¹ O God, do not remain silent;^(A)
    do not turn a deaf ear,
    do not stand aloof, O God.

¹ Sing for joy to God our strength;
    shout aloud to the God of Jacob!^(A)

¹ O God, the nations have invaded your inheritance;^(A)
    they have defiled^(B) your holy temple,
    they have reduced Jerusalem to rubble.^(C)

¹ I cried out to God^(A) for help;
    I cried out to God to hear me.

¹ We praise you, God,
    we praise you, for your Name is near;^(A)
    people tell of your wonderful deeds.^(B)

¹ Surely God is good to Israel,
    to those who are pure in heart.^(A)