1 A psalm of David, regarding the time David fled from his son Absalom.O Lord, I have so many enemies;so many are against me.2 So many are saying,“God will never rescue him!” Interlude3 But you, O Lord, are a shield around me;you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.4 I cried out to the Lord,and he answered me from his holy mountain. Interlude5 I lay down and slept,yet I woke up in safety,for the Lord was watching over me.6 I am not afraid of ten thousand enemieswho surround me on every side.7 Arise, O Lord!Rescue me, my God!Slap all my enemies in the face!Shatter the teeth of the wicked!8 Victory comes from you, O Lord.May you bless your people. Interlude