Psalms 21

21

For the music director; a psalm of David. O LORD, the king rejoices in the strength you give; he takes great delight in the deliverance you provide.

2

You grant him his heart’s desire; you do not refuse his request.(Selah)

3

For you bring him rich blessings; you place a golden crown on his head.

4

He asked you to sustain his life, and you have granted him long life and an enduring dynasty.

5

Your deliverance brings him great honor; you give him majestic splendor.

6

For you grant him lasting blessings; you give him great joy by allowing him into your presence.

7

For the king trusts in the LORD, and because of the Most High’s faithfulness he is not shaken.

8

You prevail over all your enemies; your power is too great for those who hate you.

9

You burn them up like a fiery furnace when you appear; the LORD angrily devours them; the fire consumes them.

10

You destroy their offspring from the earth, their descendants from among the human race.

11

Yes, they intend to do you harm; they dream up a scheme, but they do not succeed.

12

For you make them retreat when you aim your arrows at them.

13

Rise up, O LORD, in strength! We will sing and praise your power!