12I will give thanks to You, O Lord my God, with all my heart,
         And will glorify Your name forever.

13For Your lovingkindness toward me is great,
         And You have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol.

14O God, arrogant men have risen up against me,
         And a band of violent men have sought my life,
         And they have not set You before them.

15But You, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious,
         Slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness and truth.

16Turn to me, and be gracious to me;
         Oh grant Your strength to Your servant,
         And save the son of Your handmaid.

17Show me a sign for good,
         That those who hate me may see it and be ashamed,
         Because You, O LORD, have helped me and comforted me.

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