The Holy Bible – Knox Translation
The Book of Psalms
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Psalm 25
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1
(Of David.)
Lord, be thou my judge; have I not guided my steps clear of wrong? Have I trusted in the Lord, only to stumble on my path?
Lord, be thou my judge; have I not guided my steps clear of wrong? Have I trusted in the Lord, only to stumble on my path?
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Test me, Lord, put me to the proof; assay my inmost desires and thoughts.
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Ever I keep thy mercies in mind, ever thy faithfulness bears me company.
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I have not consorted with false men, or joined in plotting evil;
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I have shunned the company of the wicked, never sat at my ease with sinners.
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With the pure in heart I will wash my hands clean, and take my place among them at thy altar,
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there making thy praises known, telling the story of all thy wonderful deeds.
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How well, Lord, I love the house where thou dwellest, the shrine of thy glory!
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Lord, never count this soul for lost with the wicked, this life among the blood-thirsty;
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hands ever stained with guilt, palms ever itching for a bribe!
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Be it mine to guide my steps clear of wrong; deliver me in thy mercy.
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On sure ground my feet are set; where his people gather I will join in blessing the Lord’s name.
