Psalm 39:1-3 English Standard Version (ESV)

1. I said, “I will guard my ways,that I may not sin with my tongue;I will guard my mouth with a muzzle,so long as the wicked are in my presence.”

2. I was mute and silent;I held my peace to no avail,and my distress grew worse.

3. My heart became hot within me.As I mused, the fire burned;then I spoke with my tongue:

Psalm 39