57:1 For the director of music. To the tune of"Do Not Destroy." Of David. A miktam. When he had fled from Saul into the cave. Have mercy on me, O God, have mercy on me, for in you my soul takes refuge. I will take refuge in the shadow of your wings until the disaster has passed.

57:2 I cry out to God Most High, to God, who fulfills his purpose for me.

57:3 He sends from heaven and saves me, rebuking those who hotly pursue me; Selah God sends his love and his faithfulness.

57:4 I am in the midst of lions; I lie among ravenous beasts--men whose teeth are spears and arrows, whose tongues are sharp swords.

57:5 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth.

57:6 They spread a net for my feet--I was bowed down in distress. They dug a pit in my path--but they have fallen into it themselves. Selah

57:7 My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music.

57:8 Awake, my soul! Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn.

57:9 I will praise you, O Lord, among the nations; I will sing of you among the peoples.

57:10 For great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies.

57:11 Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; let your glory be over all the earth.