1 The LORD is my light and my saviour;
2When the wicked drew near to assail me
3Though against me a host should encamp,
4One thing have I asked of the LORD,
5For he will hide me in his shelter
6And now that my head he has lifted
7Hear, O LORD, my loud cry,
8My heart has said to you,
9Hide not your face from me,
10for father and mother have left me;
11Teach me your way, O LORD:
12Give me not up, O LORD,
13Firm is the faith I cherish,
14Let your heart be courageous and strong,