14 God, arrogant people have attacked me;
a gang of ruthless men intends to kill me.
They do not let you guide them.[a](A)
15 But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God,
slow to anger and abounding in faithful love and truth.(B)
16 Turn to me and be gracious to me.
Give your strength to your servant;
save the son of your female servant.(C)

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Footnotes

  1. 86:14 Lit They do not set you in front of them

14 Arrogant foes are attacking me, O God;
    ruthless people are trying to kill me—
    they have no regard for you.(A)
15 But you, Lord, are a compassionate and gracious(B) God,
    slow to anger,(C) abounding(D) in love and faithfulness.(E)
16 Turn to me(F) and have mercy(G) on me;
    show your strength(H) in behalf of your servant;
save me, because I serve you
    just as my mother did.(I)

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