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Psalm 94[a]

A Prayer for Deliverance from the Wicked

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Lord, avenging God,
    avenging God, shine forth!(A)
Rise up, O judge of the earth;
    give the proud what they deserve!(B)

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 94 A lament of an individual who is threatened by wicked people. The danger affects the whole community. Calling upon God as judge (Ps 94:1–2), the Psalm complains about oppression of the holy community by people within (Ps 94:3–7). Bold declarations of faith follow: denunciation of evildoers (Ps 94:8–11) and assurance to the just (Ps 94:12–15). The Psalm continues with further lament (Ps 94:16–19) and ends with strong confidence in God’s response (Ps 94:20–23).