For the director of music. Of David.
1
The fool says in his heart, "There is no God."
They are corrupt, their deeds are vile;
there is no one who does good.
2
The LORD looks down from heaven on the sons of men to see
if there are any who understand, and who seek God.
3
All have turned aside, they have together become corrupt;
there is no one who does good, not even one.
4
Will evildoers never learn - those who devour my people
as men eat bread and who do not call on the LORD?
5
There they are, overwhelmed with dread,
for God is present in the company of the righteous.
6
You evildoers frustrate the plans of the poor, but the LORD is their refuge.
7
Oh, that salvation for Israel would come out of Zion!
When the LORD restores the fortunes of his people,
let Jacob rejoice and Israel be glad!
