Sons of Korah - Psalm 79 (How Long?) lyrics

O, God the nations have
Invaded Your inheritance
Defiled Your holy temple destroyed Your city
As food to wild animals they were given over
They poured out blood like water
Around Jerusalem

How long? How long?
How long? (How long, how long, O Lord)
How long? (How long, how long, O Lord)
We are objects of contempt to our neighbors
A scorn and derision to those around us
Pour upon the enemy
Who will not acknowledge You
Your anger on the kingdom
For they devoured us

How long? (How long, how long, O Lord)
How long? (How long, how long, O Lord)

Do not hold against us
The sins of the fathers
May Your mercy quickly come
For we are in need help us God our Savior
For the glory of Your name
Deliver and forgive us for Your name's sake
Why should the nations say
’Where is their God today?'
Before our eyes, make known to them
That You avenge us

How long, O, Lord will you be angry?
How long, Lord will Your jealousy burn?
The groans of the prisoners
May they come before You
By the strength of Your arm
Preserve those condemned to die
Pay back our enemies
They're taunting toward You lord
And lead Your flock, who praise You
For every every generation