Psalm 119:42

New American Bible - revised edition

Let me answer my taunters with a word, for I trust in your word.

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I have become a mockery to them; when they see me, they shake their heads.

Remember your word to your servant by which you give me hope.

Those who fear you rejoice to see me, because I hope in your word.

My soul longs for your salvation; I put my hope in your word.

How many are my foes, Lord! How many rise against me!

I will say to God, my rock: “Why do you forget me? Why must I go about mourning with the enemy oppressing me?”

when I am afraid, in you I place my trust.

Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, so that I can answer whoever taunts me.

and said, “Sir, we remember that this impostor while still alive said, ‘After three days I will be raised up.’

Therefore, keep up your courage, men; I trust in God that it will turn out as I have been told.