Psalm 16

Contemporary English Version

³ Your people are wonderful,
    and they make me happy,^[a]
4 but worshipers of other gods
    will have much sorrow.^[b]
I refuse to offer sacrifices
of blood to those gods
    or worship in their name.

⁵ You, Lord, are all I want!
You are my choice,
    and you keep me safe.
⁶ You make my life pleasant,
    and my future is bright.

⁷ I praise you, Lord,
    for being my guide.
Even in the darkest night,
    your teachings fill my mind.
^8 (A) I will always look to you,
as you stand beside me
    and protect me from fear.
⁹ With all my heart,
I will celebrate,
    and I can safely rest.

^10 (B) I am your chosen one.
You won't leave me in the grave
    or let my body decay.
¹¹ You have shown me
    the path to life,
and you make me glad
    by being near to me.
Sitting at your right side,^[c]
    I will always be joyful.