[1] God is honored in Judah; his name is great in Israel.
[2] Jerusalem is where he lives; Mount Zion is his home.
[3] There he has broken the fiery arrows of the enemy, the shields and swords and weapons of war. Interlude
[4] You are glorious and more majestic than the everlasting mountains.
[5] Our boldest enemies have been plundered. They lie before us in the sleep of death. No warrior could lift a hand against us.
[6] At the blast of your breath, O God of Jacob, their horses and chariots lay still.
[7] No wonder you are greatly feared! Who can stand before you when your anger explodes?
[8] From heaven you sentenced your enemies; the earth trembled and stood silent before you.
[9] You stand up to judge those who do evil, O God, and to rescue the oppressed of the earth. Interlude
[10] Human defiance only enhances your glory, for you use it as a weapon.
[11] Make vows to the Lord your God, and keep them. Let everyone bring tribute to the Awesome One.
[12] For he breaks the pride of princes, and the kings of the earth fear him.