Psalm 20 — The Holy Bible

For the End; a psalm by David.

O Lord, the king shall be glad in Your power,

And in Your salvation he will greatly rejoice.

You gave him his soul's desire,

And You did not deprive him of his lips’ request.

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For You anticipated him with blessings of goodness;

You placed a crown of precious stones on his head.

He asked You for life, and You gave it to him,

Length of days unto ages of ages.

Great is his glory in Your salvation;

Glory and majesty You shall place upon him.

For You shall give him blessing unto ages of ages;

You shall fill him with the joy of Your presence.

For the king hopes in the Lord,

And in the mercy of the Most High he will not be shaken.

May Your hand be found on all Your enemies;

May Your right hand find all who hate You.

You shall make them like a fiery furnace

In the time of Your presence;

The Lord shall throw them into confusion in His wrath,

And the fire shall devour them.

You shall destroy their offspring from the earth

And their seed from among the sons of men.

For they vented all their evils against You;

They reasoned through a counsel they could not establish.

For You shall make them turn their back;

Among Your remnants, You shall make ready their countenance.

Be exalted, O Lord, in Your power;

We will sing and praise Your mighty deeds.