¹ Contend,^(A) Lord, with those who contend with me;
    fight^(B) against those who fight against me.

¹ Vindicate me, my God,
    and plead my cause^(A)
    against an unfaithful nation.
Rescue me^(B) from those who are
    deceitful and wicked.^(C)

¹⁵⁴ Defend my cause^(A) and redeem me;^(B)
    preserve my life^(C) according to your promise.^(D)

¹¹ for their Defender^(A) is strong;^(B)
    he will take up their case against you.^(C)

²³ for the Lord will take up their case^(A)
    and will exact life for life.^(B)