26 1 David oppressed with many injuries, finding no help in the world, calleth for aid from God: and assured of his integrity towards Saul, desireth God to be his judge, and to defend his innocence. 6 Finally he maketh mention of his sacrifice, which he will offer for his deliverance, and desireth to be in the company of the faithful in the Congregation of God, whence he was banished by Saul, promising integrity of life, and open praises and thanksgiving.

A Psalm of David.

Judge me, [a]O Lord, for I have walked in mine innocency: my trust hath been also in the Lord: therefore shall I not slide.

Prove me, O Lord, and try me: examine my [b]reins, and mine heart.

For thy [c]lovingkindness is before mine eyes: therefore have I walked in thy truth.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 26:1 He fleeth to God to be the Judge of his just cause; seeing there is no equity among men.
  2. Psalm 26:2 My very affections and inward motions of the heart.
  3. Psalm 26:3 He showeth what stayed him, that he did not recompense evil for evil.

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