Psalms 140:8
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordGrant not, O LORD, the desires of the wicked: further not his wicked device; lest they exalt themselves. Selah.
— Psalms 140:8, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
Yahweh, don't grant the desires of the wicked. Don't let their evil plans succeed, or they will become proud. Selah.
American Standard Version (ASV)
Grant not, O Jehovah, the desires of the wicked; Further not his evil device, lest they exalt themselves. [Selah
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Grant not, O Jehovah, the desires of the wicked, His wicked device bring not forth, They are high. Selah.