The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork.

Therefore will I give thanks unto thee, O Lord, among the heathen, and sing praises unto thy name.

He delivereth me from mine enemies: yea, thou liftest me up above those that rise up against me: thou hast delivered me from the violent man.

The Lord liveth; and blessed be my rock; and let the God of my salvation be exalted.

Thou hast delivered me from the strivings of the people; and thou hast made me the head of the heathen: a people whom I have not known shall serve me.

They cried, but there was none to save them: even unto the Lord, but he answered them not.

For thou hast girded me with strength unto the battle: thou hast subdued under me those that rose up against me.

I have pursued mine enemies, and overtaken them: neither did I turn again till they were consumed.

Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great.

He maketh my feet like hinds’ feet, and setteth me upon my high places.