1 Psalm 30 Joy in the Morning A psalm; a dedication song for the house. Of David. I will exalt you, Lord , because you have lifted me up and have not allowed my enemies to triumph over me.2 Lord my God, I cried to you for help, and you healed me.3 Lord , you brought me up from Sheol; you spared me from among those going down Some Hb mss, LXX, Theod, Orig, Syr; other Hb mss, Aq, Sym, Tg, Jer read from going down to the Pit.4 Sing to the Lord , you his faithful ones, and praise his holy name.5 For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor, a lifetime. Weeping may stay overnight, but there is joy in the morning.6 When I was secure, I said, “I will never be shaken.”7 Lord , when you showed your favor, you made me stand like a strong mountain; when you hid your face, I was terrified.8 Lord , I called to you; I sought favor from my Lord:9 “What gain is there in my death, if I go down to the Pit? Will the dust praise you? Will it proclaim your truth?10 Lord , listen and be gracious to me; Lord , be my helper.”11 You turned my lament into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness,12 so that I can sing to you and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.