Psalm
R. Lord, listen to my groaning.
Give ear to my words, O Lord; give heed to my sighing. Listen to the sound of my cry, my King and my God. R.
For you are not a God who delights in wickedness; evil will not sojourn with you. The boastful will not stand before your eyes; you hate all evildoers. R.
You destroy those who speak lies; the Lord abhors the bloodthirsty and deceitful. For you bless the righteous, O Lord; you cover them with favour as with a shield. R.