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 You destroy those who speak lies; * the bloodthirsty and deceitful, O, you abhor.

But as for me, through the greatness of your mercy I will go into your house; * I will bow down toward your holy temple in awe of you.

Lead me, O, in your righteousness, because of those who lie in wait for me; * make your way straight before me.

For there is no truth in their mouth; * there is destruction in their heart;

Their throat is an open grave; * they flatter with their tongue.

Declare them guilty, O God; * let them fall, because of their schemes.

Because of their many transgressions cast them out, * for they have rebelled against you.

But all who take refuge in you will be glad; * they will sing out their joy for ever.

You will shelter them, * so that those who love your Name may exult in you.

For you, O, will bless the righteous; * you will defend them with your favor as with a shield.

, do not rebuke me in your anger; * do not punish me in your wrath.