World English Bible
Psalms 140:7
“Yahweh, the Lord, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle.”
Verse in context — Psalms 140
5
The proud have hidden a snare for me, they have spread the cords of a net by the path. They have set traps for me. Selah.
6
I said to Yahweh, "You are my God." Listen to the cry of my petitions, Yahweh.
7
Yahweh, the Lord, the strength of my salvation, you have covered my head in the day of battle.
8
Yahweh, don't grant the desires of the wicked. Don't let their evil plans succeed, or they will become proud. Selah.
9
As for the head of those who surround me, let the mischief of their own lips cover them.
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