Psalm 26

1. (0) By David: 1 (1) Vindicate me, Adonai, 1 for I have lived a blameless life; 1 unwaveringly I trust in Adonai.

2. Examine me, Adonai, test me, 2 search my mind and heart.

3. For your grace is there before my eyes, 3 and I live my life by your truth.

4. I have not sat with worthless folks, 4 I won’t consort with hypocrites,

5. I hate the company of evildoers, 5 I will not sit with the wicked.

6. I will wash my hands in innocence 6 and walk around your altar, Adonai,

7. lifting my voice in thanks 7 and proclaiming all your wonders.

8. Adonai, I love the house where you live, 8 the place where your glory abides.

9. Don’t include me with sinners 9 or my life with the bloodthirsty.

10. In their hands are evil schemes; 10 their right hands are full of bribes.

11. As for me, I will live a blameless life. 11 Redeem me and show me favor.

12. My feet are planted on level ground; 12 in the assemblies I will bless Adonai.