תהילים כ״וPsalms 26
Of David.
Vindicate me, O ETERNAL One,
for I have walked without blame;
I have trusted in GOD;
I have not faltered.
Probe me, O ETERNAL One, and try me,
test my heart and mind;
for my eyes are on Your steadfast love;
I have set my course by it.
I do not consort with scoundrels,
or mix with hypocrites;
I detest the company of evildoers,
and do not consort with the wicked;
I wash my hands in innocence,
and walk around Your altar, O ETERNAL One,
raising my voice in thanksgiving,
and telling all Your wonders.
O ETERNAL One, I love Your temple abode,
the dwelling-place of Your glory.
Do not sweep me away with sinners,
or [snuff out] my life with murderers,
who have schemes at their fingertips,
and hands full of bribes.
But I walk without blame;
redeem me, have mercy on me!
My feet are on level ground.
In assemblies I will bless GOD.