4. As to doings of man, Through a word of Thy lips I have observed The paths of a destroyer;
5. To uphold my goings in Thy paths, My steps have not slidden.
6. I--I called Thee, for Thou dost answer me, O God, incline Thine ear to me, hear my speech.
7. Separate wonderfully Thy kindness, O Saviour of the confiding, By Thy right hand, from withstanders.
8. Keep me as the apple, the daughter of the eye; In shadow of Thy wings thou dost hide me.
9. From the face of the wicked who spoiled me. Mine enemies in soul go round against me.
10. Their fat they have closed up, Their mouths have spoken with pride:
11. `Our steps now have compassed [him];' Their eyes they set to turn aside in the land.
12. His likeness as a lion desirous to tear, As a young lion dwelling in secret places.