[1] How the king rejoices in your strength, O Lord! He shouts with joy because you give him victory.
[2] For you have given him his heart’s desire; you have withheld nothing he requested. Interlude
[3] You welcomed him back with success and prosperity. You placed a crown of finest gold on his head.
[4] He asked you to preserve his life, and you granted his request. The days of his life stretch on forever.
[5] Your victory brings him great honor, and you have clothed him with splendor and majesty.
[6] You have endowed him with eternal blessings and given him the joy of your presence.
[7] For the king trusts in the Lord. The unfailing love of the Most High will keep him from stumbling.
[8] You will capture all your enemies. Your strong right hand will seize all who hate you.
[9] You will throw them in a flaming furnace when you appear. The Lord will consume them in his anger; fire will devour them.
[10] You will wipe their children from the face of the earth; they will never have descendants.
[11] Although they plot against you, their evil schemes will never succeed.
[12] For they will turn and run when they see your arrows aimed at them.
[13] Rise up, O Lord, in all your power. With music and singing we celebrate your mighty acts.