Psalms 26
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1Judge me, Yahweh, for I have walked in my integrity. I have trusted also in Yahweh without wavering. 2Examine me, Yahweh, and prove me. Try my heart and my mind. 3For your loving kindness is before my eyes. I have walked in your truth. 4I have not sat with deceitful men, neither will I go in with hypocrites. 5I hate the assembly of evildoers, and will not sit with the wicked. 6I will wash my hands in innocence, so I will go about your altar, Yahweh; 7that I may make the voice of thanksgiving to be heard, and tell of all your wondrous deeds. 8Yahweh, I love the habitation of your house, the place where your glory dwells. 9Don’t gather my soul with sinners, nor my life with bloodthirsty men; 10in whose hands is wickedness, their right hand is full of bribes. 11But as for me, I will walk in my integrity. Redeem me, and be merciful to me. 12My foot stands in an even place. In the congregations I will bless Yahweh.
World English Bible (public domain)
“Prove me, O Lord, and try me; test my heart and my mind.”
Psalms 26:2
Summary
In Psalms 26, David seeks vindication and declares his integrity before God. The Psalmist requests the Lord to examine and test his heart, affirming his faithfulness and trust in God. David distinguishes himself from the deceitful, asserting that he avoids the company of those who engage in falsehood and evil. He expresses his love for God's house and his commitment to praise, offering thanks to God while recounting His wonderful deeds. The Psalm concludes with a plea for redemption and grace, emphasizing David's resolve to walk in integrity and remain steadfast in the congregation, praising God with thanksgiving.
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