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For violent men have risen against me—ruthless men who care nothing for God are seeking my life.

But God is my helper. He is a friend of mine![a] He will cause the evil deeds of my enemies to boomerang upon them. Do as you promised and put an end to these wicked men, O God.

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  1. Psalm 54:4 He is a friend of mine, literally, “The Lord is of them that uphold my soul.”

Arrogant foes are attacking me;(A)
    ruthless people(B) are trying to kill me(C)
    people without regard for God.[a](D)

Surely God is my help;(E)
    the Lord is the one who sustains me.(F)

Let evil recoil(G) on those who slander me;
    in your faithfulness(H) destroy them.

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  1. Psalm 54:3 The Hebrew has Selah (a word of uncertain meaning) here.