International Standard Version

Psalm 120

1 I cried to the LORD in my distress, and he responded to me.

2 “LORD, deliver me ^b from lips that lie and tongues that deceive.”

3 What will be given to you, and what will be done to you, you treacherous tongue?

4 Like a ^c sharp arrow from a warrior, along with fiery coals from juniper trees!

5 How terrible for me, that I am an alien in Meshech, that I reside among the tents of Kedar!

6 I have resided too long with those who hate peace.

7 I am in favor of peace; but when I speak, they are in favor of war.