Psalm 76
1In Judah is God known; *
his Name is great in Israel.
2At Salem is his tabernacle, *
and his dwelling is in Zion.
3There he broke the flashing arrows, *
the shield, the sword, and the weapons of battle.
4How glorious you are! *
more splendid than the everlasting mountains!
5The strong of heart have been despoiled;
they sink into sleep; *
none of the warriors can lift a hand.
6At your rebuke, O God of Jacob, *
both horse and rider lie stunned.
7What terror you inspire! *
who can stand before you when you are angry?
8From heaven you pronounced judgment; *
the earth was afraid and was still;
9When God rose up to judgment *
and to save all the oppressed of the Earth.
10Truly, wrathful Edom will give you thanks, *
and the remnant of Hamath will keep your feasts.
11Make a vow to the Lord your God and keep it; *
let all around him bring gifts to him
who is worthy to be feared.
12He breaks the spirit of princes, *
and strikes terror in the kings of the Earth.
A Collect for Saturdays
Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all your works and sanctified a day of rest for all your creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
