Psalm 71:3-6
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
3 Be my rock of refuge,
my stronghold to give me safety;
for you are my rock and fortress.(A)
4 My God, rescue me from the hand of the wicked,
from the clutches of the evil and violent.(B)
5 You are my hope, Lord;
my trust, God, from my youth.
6 On you I have depended since birth;
from my mother’s womb you are my strength;(C)
my hope in you never wavers.
Psalm 71:16-17
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
16 I will speak of the mighty works of the Lord;
O God, I will tell of your singular justice.
III
17 God, you have taught me from my youth;
to this day I proclaim your wondrous deeds.
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