Psalms 36

1 For the chief musician. A psalm of David the servant of Yahweh. An evil man speaks of his transgression from deep in his heart, there is no fear of God in his eyes.⋮

2 For he comforts himself, thinking that his sin will not be discovered and be hated.⋮

3 His words are sinful and deceitful; he does not want to be wise and do good.⋮

4 While he lies in bed, he plans ways to sin; he sets out on an evil way; he does not reject evil.⋮

5 Your covenant faithfulness, Yahweh, reaches to the heavens; your loyalty reaches to the clouds.⋮

6 Your righteousness is like the mountains of God; your judgments are like the great deep. Yahweh, you preserve both mankind and the animals.⋮

7 How precious is your covenant faithfulness, God! Humanity takes refuge under the shadow of your wings.⋮

8 They feast upon the abundance of your house; you let them drink from the river of your delights.⋮

9 For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we will see light.⋮

10 Extend your covenant faithfulness fully to those who know you, your defense to the upright of heart.⋮

11 Do not let the foot of the arrogant man come near to me. Do not let the hand of the wicked drive me away.⋮

12 Over there the evildoers have fallen; they are knocked down and are not able to get up.⋮