1 By David: Vindicate me, ADONAI, for I
have lived a blameless life; unwaveringly I trust in ADONAI.
2 Examine me, ADONAI, test me, search
my mind and heart.
3 For your grace is there before my
eyes, and I live my life by your truth.
4 I have not sat with worthless folks,
I won't consort with hypocrites,
5 I hate the company of evildoers, I
will not sit with the wicked.
6 I will wash my hands in innocence and
walk around your altar, ADONAI,
7 lifting my voice in thanks and
proclaiming all your wonders.
8 ADONAI, I love the house where you
live, the place where your glory abides.
9 Don't include me with sinners or my
life with the bloodthirsty.
10 In their hands are evil schemes;
their right hands are full of bribes.
11 As for me, I will live a blameless
life. Redeem me and show me favor.
12 My feet are planted on level ground;
in the assemblies I will bless ADONAI.
