Psalm 91

David Koyzis ©

1. All those who in the Most High dwell,
   Who find their shelter in His shade,
   Will say to God, "You are my strength,
   My refuge whom I trust to aid."
   ‘Tis He who frees you from the snare
   Of those who would afflict you;
   Beneath His pinions you may hide,
   His folding wings protect you.
   
2. The fears of night you need not dread,
   Nor flying arrows by the day,
   Nor plague that stalks at eventide,
   Nor scourge amid the sun's bright ray.
   Though thousands may beside you fall,
   Ten thousand all around you,
   Throughout you will remain unharmed:
   His kindness will surround you.
   
3. Your eyes have only to behold
   To see the wicked's recompense;
   The Lord you claim as citadel,
   The Most High as your firm defense.
   No evil shall upon you fall,
   No plague may dare come near you;
   For He has put you in the charge
   Of angels who will spare you.
   
4. Aloft they rest you in their arms
   Lest you should stumble unaware;
   On beasts and serpents you will tread
   And walk atop the dragon's lair.
   "I rescue all who cling to me,
   Free them from tribulation;
   For when they call upon My name,
   I grant to them salvation."