Psalm, 16

A mikʹtam^*1 of David.

¹ Protect me, O God, for I have taken refuge in you.

² I have said to Jehovah: “You are Jehovah, my Source of goodness.

³ And the holy ones in the earth, The majestic ones, bring me great delight.”

⁴ Those who pursue other gods multiply their sorrows. I will never pour out their drink offerings of blood, Nor will my lips mention their names.

⁵ Jehovah is my portion, my allotted share, and my cup. You safeguard my inheritance.

⁶ Pleasant places have been measured out to me. Yes, I am content with my inheritance.

⁷ I will praise Jehovah, who has given me advice. Even during the night, my innermost thoughts^*1 correct me.

⁸ I keep Jehovah before me constantly. Because he is at my right hand, I will never be shaken.^*1

⁹ So my heart rejoices, my whole being^*1 is joyful. And I reside^*2 in security.

¹⁰ For you will not leave me in^*1 the Grave.^*2 You will not allow your loyal one to see the pit.^*3

¹¹ You make known to me the path of life. In your presence^*1 is abundant joy; There is happiness^*2 at your right hand forever.