Psalms 16
David expresses his trust in God, stating that he has no need for human goodness, and finds his desires fulfilled in the saints. He separates himself from those who have turned away from God, and instead finds his inheritance and portion in the Lord. David is grateful for God's guidance and protection, which brings him joy and hope, and he trusts that God will not abandon him to death or corruption.
The inscription of a title: of David himself. Preserve me, O Lord, because I have hoped in youI have said to the Lord: "You are my God, so you have no need of my goodness.As for the saints, who are in his land: he has made all my desires wonderful in themTheir infirmities have been multiplied; after this, they acted more quickly. I will not gather for their convocations of blood, nor will I remember their names with my lipsThe Lord is the portion of my inheritance and my cup. It is you who will restore my inheritance to meThe lots have fallen upon me with clarity. And, indeed, my inheritance has been very clear to meI will bless the Lord, who has bestowed understanding upon me. Moreover, my temperament has also corrected me, even through the nightI have made provision for the Lord always in my sight. For he is at my right hand, so that I may not be disturbedBecause of this, my heart has been joyful, and my tongue has exulted. Moreover, even my body will rest in hopeFor you will not abandon my soul to Hell, nor will you allow your holy one to see corruptionYou have made known to me the ways of life; you will fill me with joy by your countenance. At your right hand are delights, even to the end
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