The wicked have drawn the sword and bent their bow
To cast down the afflicted and the needy,
To slaughter those who are upright in conduct [those with personal integrity and godly character].

He [my companion] has put out his hands against those who were at peace with him;
He has broken his covenant [of friendship and loyalty].

Like a roaring lion and a charging bear
Is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

Blessed be the Lord,
For He has shown His marvelous favor and lovingkindness to me [when I was assailed] in a besieged city.

Though an army encamp against me,
My heart will not fear;
Though war arise against me,
Even in this I am confident.

for I am with you, and no one will attack you in order to hurt you, because I have many people in this city.”