When Israel came out of Egypt, Judah became God's sanctuary. The sea looked and fled. Tremble, O earth, at the presence of the Lord. Not to us, O LORD, but to your name give glory. Idols have eyes, but they cannot see. O Israel, trust in the LORD. He will bless us. I love the LORD, for he heard my cry. When I was brought low, he saved me. What can I give for all his goodness? I will keep my vows. Praise the LORD! For great is his love towards us. Give thanks to the LORD; for his love endures forever! The nations surrounded me; I cut them off! The LORD has become my salvation. (Psalms 114-118)