Psalms 26
NASB
Psalm 26:1
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(Lit {Judge}) Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have walked in my integrity, And I have trusted in the LORD without wavering.
Psalm 26:2
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Examine me, O LORD, and try me; Test my (Lit {kidneys,} figurative for inner man) mind and my heart.
Psalm 26:3
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For Your lovingkindness is before my eyes, And I have walked in Your truth.
Psalm 26:4
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I do not sit with (Or {worthless men;} lit {men of falsehood}) deceitful men, Nor will I go with pretenders.
Psalm 26:5
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I hate the assembly of evildoers, And I will not sit with the wicked.
Psalm 26:6
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I shall wash my hands in innocence, And I will go about Your altar, O LORD,
Psalm 26:7
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That I may proclaim with the voice of thanksgiving And declare all Your wonders.
Psalm 26:8
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O LORD, I love the habitation of Your house And the place where Your glory dwells.
Psalm 26:9
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Do not take my soul away {along} with sinners, Nor my life with men of bloodshed,
Psalm 26:10
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In whose hands is a wicked scheme, And whose right hand is full of bribes.
Psalm 26:11
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But as for me, I shall walk in my integrity; Redeem me, and be gracious to me.
Psalm 26:12
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My foot stands on a level place; In the congregations I shall bless the LORD.
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