Psalm 11

In the LORD I Take Refuge

(Habakkuk 1:12–17)

For the choirmaster. Of David.

¹ In the LORD I take refuge. How then can you say to me: “Flee like a bird to your mountain!

² For behold, the wicked bend their bows. They set their arrow on the string to shoot from the shadows at the upright in heart.

³ If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?”

⁴ The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD is on His heavenly throne. His eyes are watching closely; they examine the sons of men.

⁵ The LORD tests the righteous and the wicked; His soul hates the lover of violence.

⁶ On the wicked He will rain down fiery coals and sulfur; a scorching wind will be their portion.

⁷ For the LORD is righteous; He loves justice. The upright will see His face.