6 Blessed be the Lord!
For He has heard the voice of my pleas for mercy.

7 The Lord is my strength and my shield;
in Him my heart trusts, and I am helped;

my heart exults,
and with my song I give thanks to Him.

8 The Lord is the strength of His people;
He is the saving refuge of His anointed.

9 Oh, save your people and bless your heritage!
Be their shepherd and carry them forever.