⁷ Be still^(A) before the Lord
    and wait patiently^(B) for him;
do not fret^(C) when people succeed in their ways,^(D)
    when they carry out their wicked schemes.^(E)

⁸ Refrain from anger^(F) and turn from wrath;
    do not fret^(G)—it leads only to evil.
⁹ For those who are evil will be destroyed,^(H)
    but those who hope^(I) in the Lord will inherit the land.^(J)

¹⁰ A little while, and the wicked will be no more;^(K)
    though you look for them, they will not be found.
¹¹ But the meek will inherit the land^(L)
    and enjoy peace and prosperity.^(M)

⁵ Trust in the Lord^(A) with all your heart
    and lean not on your own understanding;
⁶ in all your ways submit to him,
    and he will make your paths^(B) straight.^[a](C)