A Psalm of Dawid, when he fled from Avshalom his son.

1 יהוה, how are they increased that trouble me! Many are they that rise up against me.

2 Many there be which say of my soul, “There is no help for him in God (Elohim).” Selah.

3 But You, O יהוה, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.

4 I cried unto יהוה with my voice, and He heard me out of His holy hill. Selah.

5 I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for יהוה sustained me.

6 I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.

7 Arise, O יהוה; save me, O my God (Elohim)! For You have smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; You have broken the teeth of the wicked.

8 Salvation (Yeshuah) belongth unto יהוה. Your blessing is upon Your people. Selah.