Psalm

26 Judge me, O Jehovah, for I have walked in my integrity;+

In Jehovah I have trusted without wavering.+

 2 Examine me, O Jehovah, and put me to the test;

Refine my innermost thoughts* and my heart.+

 3 For your loyal love is always in front of me,

And I walk in your truth.+

 4 I do not associate* with deceitful men,+

And I avoid those who hide what they are.*

 5 I hate the company of evil men,+

And I refuse to associate* with the wicked.+

 6 I will wash my hands in innocence,

And I will march around your altar, O Jehovah,

 7 To cause the sound of thanksgiving to be heard+

And to declare all your wonderful works.

 8 Jehovah, I love the house where you dwell,+

The place where your glory resides.+

 9 Do not sweep me* away with sinners+

Nor take my life away with violent men,*

10 Whose hands engage in shameful conduct,

And whose right hand is full of bribes.

12 My foot is standing on level ground;+

In the great congregation,* I will praise Jehovah.+