International Standard Version

1 “Since my youth they have often persecuted me,” let Israel repeat it,

2 “Since my youth they have often persecuted me, yet they haven’t defeated me.

3 Wicked people ^a ploughed over my back, creating long-lasting wounds.” ^b

4 The LORD is righteous— he has cut me free from the cords of the wicked.

5 Let all who hate Zion be turned away and be ashamed.

6 May they become like a tuft of grass on a roof top, that withers before it takes root—

7 not enough to fill one’s hand or to bundle in one’s arms.

8 And may those who pass by never tell them, “May the LORD’s blessing be upon you. We bless you in the name of the LORD.”