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Chapter 142
Psal NETtext 142:1  A well-written song by David, when he was in the cave; a prayer.To the LORD I cry out; to the LORD I plead for mercy.
Psal NETtext 142:2  I pour out my lament before him; I tell him about my troubles.
Psal NETtext 142:3  Even when my strength leaves me, you watch my footsteps. In the path where I walk they have hidden a trap for me.
Psal NETtext 142:4  Look to the right and see! No one cares about me. I have nowhere to run; no one is concerned about my life.
Psal NETtext 142:5  I cry out to you, O LORD; I say, "You are my shelter, my security in the land of the living."
Psal NETtext 142:6  Listen to my cry for help, for I am in serious trouble! Rescue me from those who chase me, for they are stronger than I am.
Psal NETtext 142:7  Free me from prison, that I may give thanks to your name. Because of me the godly will assemble, for you will vindicate me.