Psalm 11
For the Chief Musician. By David. 
 
1 In the LORD, I take refuge.  
How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”?   
2 For, behold, the wicked bend their bows.  
They set their arrows on the strings,  
that they may shoot in darkness at the upright in heart.   
3 If the foundations are destroyed,  
what can the righteous do?   
4 The LORD is in his holy temple.  
The LORD is on his throne in heaven.  
His eyes observe.  
His eyes examine the children of men.   
5 The LORD examines the righteous,  
but his soul hates the wicked and him who loves violence.   
6 On the wicked he will rain blazing coals;  
fire, sulphur, and scorching wind shall be the portion of their cup.   
7 For the LORD is righteous.  
He loves righteousness.  
The upright shall see his face.