Psalms 119
119
The Words of God # 119 This psalm is an acrostic poem, a mathematical masterpiece. It consists of twenty-two stanzas of eight lines each. Each stanza begins with the same Hebrew letter at the beginning of every one of its eight lines, going in succession, by strophes, from alef—the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet, as the first letter of each line in the first strophe—to taw—the last letter of the Hebrew alphabet, as the first letter of each line in the last strophe. Like the eight lines of each stanza, there are eight Hebrew words, all synonyms, used to refer to the Word of God. Although many believe Ezra wrote Ps. 119, the acrostic poetic style is unique to King David within the book of Psalms, which points to his authorship of this psalm.
The Way to Happiness
1You’re only truly happy when you walk in total integrity,
walking in the light of God’s Word. # 119:1 Or “perfection.” The Hebrew reads “utterances.”
2What joy overwhelms everyone who keeps the ways of God,
those who seek him as their heart’s passion!
3They’ll never do what’s wrong
but will always choose the paths of the Lord.
4God has prescribed the right way to live:
obeying his laws with all our hearts.
5How I long for my life to bring you glory
as I follow each and every one of your holy precepts!
6Then I’ll never be ashamed,
for I take strength from all your commandments.
7I will give my thanks to you from a heart of love and truth.
And every time I learn more of your righteous judgments,
8I will be faithful to all that your Word reveals—
so don’t ever give up on me!
True Joy
9How can a young man stay pure?
Only by living in the Word of God and walking in its truth.
10I have longed for you with the passion of my heart;
don’t let me stray from your directions!
11I consider your Word to be my greatest treasure,
and I treasure it in my heart
to keep me from committing sin’s treason against you.
12My wonderful God, you are to be praised above all;
teach me the power of your decrees!
13I speak continually of your laws
as I recite out loud your counsel to me.
14I find more joy in following what you tell me to do
than in chasing after all the wealth of the world.
15I set my heart on your precepts
and pay close attention to all your ways.
16My delight is found in all your laws,
and I won’t forget to walk in your words.
The Abundant Life
17Let me, your servant, walk in abundance of life
that I may always live to obey your truth.
18Open my eyes to see the miracle-wonders hidden in Scripture. # 119:18 Or “your law.”
19My life on earth is so brief, so tutor me in the ways of your wisdom.
20I am continually consumed by these irresistible longings,
these cravings to obey your every commandment!
21Your displeasure rests with those who are arrogant,
who think they know everything;
you rebuke the rebellious who refuse your laws.
22Don’t let them mock and scorn me for obeying you.
23For even if the princes and my leaders choose to criticize me,
I will continue to serve you and walk in your plans for my life.
24Your commandments are my counselors;
your Word is my light and delight!
Revived by the Word
25Lord, I’m fading away. I’m discouraged and lying in the dust;
revive me by your word, just like you promised you would.
26I’ve poured out my life before you,
and you’ve always been there for me.
So now I ask: teach me more of your holy decrees.
27Open up my understanding to the ways of your wisdom,
and I will meditate deeply on your splendor and your wonders.
28My life’s strength melts away with grief and sadness;
come strengthen me and encourage me with your words.
29Keep me far away from what is false;
give me grace to stay true to your laws.
30I’ve chosen to obey your truth
and walk in the splendor-light of all that you teach me.
31Lord, don’t allow me to make a mess of my life,
for I cling to your commands and follow them as closely as I can.
32I will run after you with delight in my heart,
for you will make me obedient to your instructions.
Understanding God’s Ways
33Give me revelation about the meaning of your ways
so I can enjoy the reward of following them fully.
34Give me an understanding heart so that I can
passionately know and obey your truth.
35Guide me into the paths that please you,
for I take delight in all that you say.
36Cause my heart to bow before your words of wisdom
and not to the wealth of this world.
37Help me turn my eyes away from illusions
so that I pursue only that which is true;
drench my soul with life as I walk in your paths. # 119:37 The Masoretic Text and the Dead Sea Scrolls read “Preserve my life according to your word.”
38Reassure me of your promises, for I am your beloved,
your servant who bows before you.
39Defend me from the criticism I face
for keeping your beautiful words.
40See how I long with cravings for more of your ways?
Let your righteousness revive my spirit!
Trust in the Lord
41May your tender love overwhelm me, O Lord,
for you are my Savior and you keep your promises.
42I’ll always have an answer for those who mock me
because I trust in your word.
43May I never forget your truth, for I rely upon your precepts.
44I will observe your laws every moment of the day
and will never forget the words you say.
45I will walk with you in complete freedom,
for I seek to follow your every command.
46When I stand before kings, I will tell them the truth
and will never be ashamed.
47My passion and delight is in your word,
for I love what you say to me!
48I long for more revelation of your truth,
for I love the light of your word as I meditate on your decrees.
My Comfort
49Lord, never forget the promises you’ve made to me,
for they are my hope and confidence.
50In all of my affliction I find great comfort in your promises,
for they have kept me alive!
51No matter how bitterly the proud mockers speak against me,
I refuse to budge from your precepts.
52Your revelation-light is eternal;
I’m encouraged every time I think about your truth!
53Whenever I see the wicked breaking your laws, I feel horrible.
54As I journey through life, I put all your statutes to music;
they become the theme of my joyous songs.
55Throughout the night I think of you, dear God;
I treasure your every word to me.
56All this joy is mine as I follow your ways!
My Heart Is Devoted to You
57You are my satisfaction, Lord, and all that I need,
so I’m determined to do everything you say.
58With all my heart I seek your favor;
pour out your grace on me as you promised!
59When I realize that I’m going astray,
I turn back to obey your instructions.
60I give my all to follow your revelation-light; I will not delay to obey.
61Even when temptations encircle me with evil,
I won’t forget for a moment to follow your commands.
62In the middle of the night I awake to give thanks to you
because of all your revelation-light—so right and true!
63Anyone who loves you and bows in obedience to your words
will be my friend.
64Give me more revelation of your ways,
for I see your love and tender care everywhere.
My True Treasure
65Your extravagant kindness to me
makes me want to follow your words even more!
66Teach me how to make good decisions,
and give me revelation-light, for I believe in your commands.
67Before I was humbled I used to always wander astray,
but now I see the wisdom of your words.
68Everything you do is beautiful, flowing from your goodness;
teach me the power of your wonderful words!
69Proud boasters make up lies about me
because I am passionate to follow all that you say.
70Their hearts are dull and void of feelings,
but I find my true treasure in your truth.
71The punishment you brought me through was the best thing
that could have happened to me, for it taught me your ways.
72The words you speak to me are worth more
than all the riches and wealth in the whole world!
Growth through the Word
73Your very hands have held me and made me who I am;
give me more revelation-light so I may learn to please you more.
74May all your devoted lovers see how you treat me and be glad,
for your words are entwined with my heart.
75Lord, I know that your judgments are always right.
Even when it’s me you judge, you’re still faithful and true.
76Send your kind mercy-kiss to comfort me, your servant,
just like you promised you would.
77Love me tenderly so I can go on,
for I delight in your life-giving truth.
78Shame upon the proud liars! See how they oppress me,
all because of my passion for your precepts!
79May all your devoted lovers follow me
as I follow the path of your instruction.
80Make me passionate and wholehearted to fulfill your every wish,
so that I’ll never have to be ashamed of myself.
Deliver Me
81I’m lovesick with yearnings for more of your salvation,
for my heart is entwined with your Word.
82I’m consumed with longings for your promises,
so I ask, “When will they all come true?”
83My soul feels dry and shriveled, useless and forgotten,
but I will never forget your living truth.
84How much longer must I wait until you punish my persecutors?
For I am your loving servant.
85Arrogant men who hate your truth and never obey your laws
have laid a trap for my life.
86They don’t know that everything you say is true,
so they harass me with their lies. Help me, Lord!
87They’ve nearly destroyed my life, but I refuse to yield;
I still live according to your Word.
88Revive me with your tender love and
spare my life by your kindness, and I will continue to obey you.
Faith in the Word of God
89Standing firm in the heavens and fastened to eternity
is the Word of God.
90Your faithfulness flows from one generation to the next;
all that you created sits firmly in place to testify of you.
91By your decree everything stands at attention,
for all that you have made serves you.
92Because your words are my deepest delight,
I didn’t give up when all else was lost.
93I can never forget the profound revelations you’ve taught me,
for they have kept me alive more than once.
94Lord, I’m all yours, and you are my Savior;
I have sought to live my life pleasing to you.
95Even though evil men wait in ambush to kill me,
I will set my heart before you to understand more of your ways.
96I’ve learned that there is nothing perfect
in this imperfect world except your words,
for they bring such fantastic freedom into my life!
I Love the Word of God
97O how I love and treasure your law;
throughout the day I fill my heart with its light!
98By considering your commands I have an edge over my enemies,
for I take seriously everything you say.
99You have given me more understanding than those who teach me,
for I’ve absorbed your eye-opening revelation.
100You have graced me with more insight than the old sages
because I have not failed to walk in the light of your ways.
101I refused to bend my morals when temptation was before me
so that I could become obedient to your Word.
102I refuse to turn away from difficult truths,
for you yourself have taught me to love your words.
103How sweet are your living promises to me;
sweeter than honey is your revelation-light.
104For your truth is the source of my understanding,
not the falsehoods of those who don’t know you, which I despise.
Truth’s Shining Light
105Truth’s shining light guides me in my choices and decisions;
the revelation of your Word makes my pathway clear.
106To live my life by your righteous rules
has been my holy and lifelong commitment.
107I’m bruised and broken, overwhelmed by it all;
breathe life into me again by your living word.
108Lord, receive my grateful thanks
and teach me more of how to please you.
109Even though my life hangs in the balance,
I’ll keep following what you’ve taught me, no matter what.
110The ungodly have done their best to throw me off track,
but I’ll not deviate from what you’ve told me to do.
111Everything you speak to me is like joyous treasure,
filling my life with gladness.
112I have determined in my heart to obey whatever you say,
fully and forever!
Trust and Obey
113I despise those who can’t keep commitments,
for I passionately love your revelation-light!
114You’re my place of quiet retreat, and your wraparound presence
becomes my shield as I wrap myself in your Word!
115Go away! Leave me, all you workers of wickedness,
for you can’t stop me from following every command of my God.
116Lord, strengthen my inner being by the promises of your Word
so that I may live faithful and unashamed for you.
117Lift me up and I will be safe.
Empower me to live every moment in the light of your ways.
118Lord, you reject those who reject your laws,
for they fool no one but themselves!
119The wicked are thrown away, discarded and valueless.
That’s why I will keep loving all of your laws!
120My body trembles in holy awe of you, leaving me speechless,
for I’m frightened of your righteous judgments.
I Will Follow Your Ways
121Don’t leave me to the mercies of those who hate me,
for I live to do what is just and fair.
122Let me hear your promise of blessing over my life,
breaking me free from the proud oppressors.
123As a lovesick lover, I yearn for more of your salvation
and for your virtuous promises.
124Let me feel your tender love, for I am yours.
Give me more understanding of your wonderful ways.
125I need more revelation from your Word
to know more about you, for I’m in love with you!
126Lord, the time has come for you to break through,
for evil men keep breaking your laws.
127Truly, your message of truth means more to me
than a vault filled with the purest gold.
128Every word you speak, every truth revealed, is always right
and beautiful to me, for I hate what is phony or false.
I Long to Obey You
129Your marvelous words are living miracles;
no wonder I long to obey everything you say.
130Break open your Word within me until revelation-light shines out!
Those with open hearts are given insight into your plans.
131I open my mouth and inhale the Word of God
because I crave the revelation of your commands.
132Turn your heart to me, Lord, and show me your grace
like you do to every one of your godly lovers.
133Prepare before me a path filled with your promises,
and don’t allow even one sin to have dominion over me.
134Rescue me from the oppression of ungodly men
so that I can keep all your precepts.
135Smile on me, # 119:135 Or “Cause your face to shine on me.” your loving servant.
Instruct me in what is right in your eyes.
136When I witness the rebellious breaking your laws,
it makes me weep uncontrollably!
His Word Is True
137Lord, your judgments reveal your righteousness,
and your verdicts are always fair.
138The motive behind your every word is pure,
and your teachings are remarkably faithful and true.
139I’ve been consumed with a furious passion to do what’s right,
all because of the way my enemies disrespect your laws.
140All your promises glow with fire; # 119:140 As translated from the Septuagint and implied in the Hebrew.
that’s why I’m a lover of your Word.
141Even though I’m considered insignificant and despised
by the world, I’ll never abandon your ways.
142Your righteousness has no end; it is everlasting,
and your rules are perfectly fair.
143Even though my troubles overwhelm me with anguish,
I still delight and cherish every message you speak to me.
144Give me more revelation so that I can live for you,
for nothing is more pure and eternal than your truth.
Save Me, God
145Answer my passionate prayer, O Lord,
and I’ll obey everything you say.
146Save me, God, and I’ll follow your every instruction.
147Before the day dawns, I’ll be crying out for help
and wrapping your words into my life.
148I lie awake every night pondering your promises to me.
149Lord, listen to my heart’s cry, for I know your love is real for me;
breathe life into me again by the revelation of your justice.
150Here they come—these lawless rebels are coming near,
but they are all so far away from your laws.
151God, you are near me always, so close to me;
every one of your commands reveals truth.
152I’ve known all along how true and unchanging
is every word you speak, established forever!
Breathe Life into Me Again
153Look upon all my misery and come be my hero to rescue me,
for I will never forget what you’ve revealed to me.
154Take my side and defend me in these sufferings;
redeem me and revive me, just like you promised you would.
155The wicked are so far from salvation,
for they could not care less about your message of truth.
156Your tender mercies are what I need, O God;
give me back my life again
through the revelation of your judgments.
157I have so many enemies who persecute me,
yet I won’t swerve from following your ways.
158I grieve when I see how the faithless ones live,
for they just walk away from your promises.
159Lord, see how much I truly love your instructions.
So in your tender kindness, breathe life into me again.
160The sum total of all your words adds up to absolute truth,
and every one of your righteous decrees is everlasting.
Devoted to God’s Word
161The powerful elite have persecuted me without a cause,
but my heart trembles in awe because of your miracle-words.
162Your promises are the source of my bubbling joy;
the revelation of your Word thrills me
like one who has discovered hidden treasure.
163I despise every lie and hate every falsehood,
for I am passionate about keeping your precepts.
164I stop to praise you seven times a day,
all because your ways are perfect!
165There is such a great peace and well-being that comes
to the lovers of your Word, and they will never be offended.
166Lord, I’m longing for more of your salvation,
for I want to do what pleases you.
167My love for your ways is indescribable;
in my innermost being I want to follow them perfectly!
168I will keep your instructions and follow your counsel;
all my ways are an open book before you.
I Want to Follow You
169Lord, listen to my prayer. It’s like a sacrifice I bring to you;
I must have more revelation of your Word!
170Take my words to heart when I ask you, Lord;
rescue me, just like you promised!
171I offer you my joyous praise for all that you’ve taught me.
172Your wonderful words will become my song of worship,
for everything you’ve commanded is perfect and true.
173Place your hands of strength and favor upon me,
for I’ve made my choice to follow your ways.
174I wait for your deliverance, O Lord,
for your words thrill me like nothing else!
175Invigorate my life so that I can praise you even more,
and may your truth be my strength!
176I’ll never forget what you’ve taught me, Lord,
but when I wander off and lose my way,
come after me, for I am your beloved!
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Psalm 119#119.0 Ps 119 is an alphabetic acrostic poem (cf Pss 9–10) in Heb, with each line of Heb within the marked sections beginning with the same letter of the alphabet.
A ALEF
1Those whose way is blameless—
who walk in the LORD’s Instruction—are truly happy!
2Those who guard God’s laws are truly happy!
They seek God with all their hearts.
3They don’t even do anything wrong!
They walk in God’s ways.
4God, you have ordered that your decrees
should be kept most carefully.
5How I wish my ways were strong
when it comes to keeping your statutes!
6Then I wouldn’t be ashamed
when I examine all your commandments.
7I will give thanks to you with a heart that does right
as I learn your righteous rules.
8I will keep your statutes.
Please don’t leave me all alone!
B BET
9How can young people keep their paths pure?
By guarding them according to what you’ve said.#119.9 LXX
10I have sought you with all my heart.
Don’t let me stray from any of your commandments!
11I keep your word close, in my heart,
so that I won’t sin against you.
12You, LORD, are to be blessed!
Teach me your statutes.
13I will declare out loud
all the rules you have spoken.
14I rejoice in the content of your laws
as if I were rejoicing over great wealth.
15I will think about your precepts
and examine all your paths.
16I will delight in your statutes;
I will not forget what you have said.
G GIMEL
17Be good to your servant so I can go on living
and keeping your word.
18Open my eyes so I can examine
the wonders of your Instruction!
19I’m an immigrant in the land.
Don’t hide your commandments from me!
20I’m worn out by longing
every minute for your rules!
21You rebuke the arrogant, accursed people
who stray from your commandments.
22Take all their insults and contempt away from me
because I’ve kept your laws!
23Even if rulers gather and scheme against me,
your servant will contemplate your statutes!
24Yes, your laws are my joy—
they are my most trusted advisors!
D DALET
25My life is stuck in the dirt.
Now make me live again according to your promise!
26I confessed my ways and you answered me.
Now teach me your statutes!
27Help me understand what your precepts are about
so I can contemplate your wondrous works!
28My spirit sags because of grief.
Now raise me up according to your promise!
29Remove all false ways from me;
show mercy to me by means of your Instruction.
30I’ve chosen the way of faithfulness;
I’m set on your rules.
31I’m holding tight to your laws, LORD.
Please don’t let me be put to shame.
32I run the same path as your commandments
because you give my heart insight.
H HE
33 LORD, teach me what your statutes are about,
and I will guard every part of them.
34Help me understand so I can guard your Instruction
and keep it with all my heart.
35Lead me on the trail of your commandments
because that is what I want.
36Turn my heart to your laws,
not to greedy gain.
37Turn my eyes away from looking at worthless things.
Make me live by your way.
38Confirm your promise to your servant—
the promise that is for all those who honor you.
39Remove the insults that I dread
because your rules are good.
40Look how I desire your precepts!
Make me live by your righteousness.
W WAW
41 LORD, let your faithful love come to me—
let your salvation come to me according to your promise—
42so I can have a response for those who mock me
because I have trusted in your word!
43Please don’t take your true word out of my mouth,
because I have waited for your rules.
44I will always keep your Instruction,
always and forever!
45I will walk around in wide-open spaces,
because I have pursued your precepts.
46I will talk about your laws
before rulers with no shame whatsoever.
47I will rejoice in your commandments
because I love them.
48I will lift up my hands to your commandments
because I love them,
and I will contemplate all your statutes.
Z ZAYIN
49Remember your promise to your servant,
for which you made me wait.
50My comfort during my suffering is this:
your word gives me new life.
51The arrogant make fun of me to no end,
but I haven’t deviated from your Instruction.
52When I remember your ancient rules,
I’m comforted, LORD.
53But I’m seized with anger because of the wicked—
because of those who abandon your Instruction.
54Your statutes have been my songs of praise
wherever I lived as an immigrant.
55 LORD, I remember your name at nighttime,
and I keep your Instruction.
56This has been my practice
because I guard your precepts.
J KHET
57The LORD is my possession.
I promise to do what you have said.
58I’ve sought your favor with all my heart;
have mercy on me according to your word.
59I’ve considered my ways and turned my feet back to your laws.
60I hurry to keep your commandments—
I never put it off!
61Though the wicked have surrounded me with their ropes,
I haven’t forgotten your Instruction.
62I get up in the middle of the night to give thanks to you
because of your righteous rules.
63I’m a friend to everyone who honors you
and to all who keep your precepts.
64 LORD, the world is full of your faithful love!
Teach me your statutes!
F TET
65You have treated your servant well,
LORD, according to your promise.
66Teach me knowledge and good judgment
because I’ve put my trust in your commandments.
67Before I suffered, I took the wrong way,
but now I do what you say.
68You are good and you do good.
Teach me your statutes!
69The arrogant cover me with their lies,
but I guard your precepts with all my heart.
70Their hearts are unfeeling, like blubber,
but I rejoice in your Instruction.
71My suffering was good for me,
because through it I learned your statutes.
72The Instruction you’ve given to me is better
than thousands of pieces of gold and silver!
Y YOD
73Your hands have made me and set me in place.
Help me understand so I can learn your commandments.
74Then those who honor you will see me and be glad
because I have waited for your promise.
75 LORD, I know that your rules are right
and that you rightly made me suffer.
76Please let your faithful love comfort me,
according to what you’ve said to your servant.
77Let your compassion come to me so I can live again,
because your Instruction is my joy!
78But let the arrogant be ashamed
because they oppressed me with lies—
meanwhile, I will be contemplating your precepts!
79Let the people who honor you come back to me;
let those who know your precepts return to me.
80Let my heart be blameless in your statutes
so that I am not put to shame.
K KAF
81My whole being yearns for your saving help!
I wait for your promise.
82My eyes are worn out looking for your word.
“When will you comfort me?” I ask,
83because I’ve become like a bottle dried up by smoke,
though I haven’t forgotten your statutes.
84How much more time does your servant have?
When will you bring my oppressors to justice?
85The arrogant have dug pits for me—
those people who act against your Instruction.
86All your commandments are true,
but people harass me for no reason.
Help me!
87They’ve almost wiped me off the face of the earth!
Meanwhile, I haven’t abandoned your precepts!
88Make me live again according to your faithful love
so I can keep the law you’ve given!
L LAMED
89Your word, LORD,
stands firm in heaven forever!
90Your faithfulness extends from one generation to the next!
You set the earth firmly in place, and it is still there.
91Your rules endure to this day
because everything serves you.
92If your Instruction hadn’t been my delight,
I would have died because of my suffering.
93I will never forget your precepts
because through them you gave me life again.
94I’m yours—save me
because I’ve pursued your precepts!
95The wicked wait for me,
wanting to kill me, but I’m studying your laws.
96I’ve seen that everything,
no matter how perfect, has a limit,#119.96 Heb uncertain
but your commandment is boundless.
M MEM
97I love your Instruction!
I think about it constantly.
98Your commandment makes me wiser than my enemies
because it is always with me.
99I have greater insight than all my teachers
because I contemplate your laws.
100I have more understanding than the elders
because I guard your precepts.
101I haven’t set my feet on any evil path
so I can make sure to keep your word.
102I haven’t deviated from any of your rules
because you are the one who has taught me.
103Your word is so pleasing to my taste buds—
it’s sweeter than honey in my mouth!
104I’m studying your precepts—
that’s why I hate every false path.
N NUN
105Your word is a lamp before my feet
and a light for my journey.
106I have sworn, and I fully mean it:
I will keep your righteous rules.
107I have been suffering so much—
LORD, make me live again according to your promise.
108Please, LORD, accept my spontaneous gifts of praise.
Teach me your rules!
109Though my life is constantly in danger,
I won’t forget your Instruction.
110Though the wicked have set a trap for me,
I won’t stray from your precepts.
111Your laws are my possession forever
because they are my heart’s joy.
112I have decided to keep your statutes forever, every last one.
S SAMEK
113I hate fickle people,
but I love your Instruction.
114You are my shelter and my shield—
I wait for your promise.
115Get away from me, you evildoers;
I want to guard my God’s commandments!
116Sustain me according to your word so I can live!
Don’t let me be put to shame because of hope.
117Support me so I can be saved
and so I can focus constantly on your statutes.
118You discard everyone who strays from your statutes
because they are dishonest and false.
119You dispose of all the wicked people on earth like waste—
that’s why I love your laws.
120My body shudders because I fear you;
I’m in awe of your rules.
[ AYIN
121I’ve done what is just and right.
Don’t just hand me over to my oppressors.
122Guarantee good things for your servant.
Please don’t let the arrogant oppress me.
123My eyes are worn out looking for your saving help—
looking for your word that will set things right.
124Act toward your servant according to your faithful love.
Teach me your statutes!
125I’m your servant!
Help me understand so I can know your laws.
126It is time for the LORD to do something!
Your Instruction has been broken.
127But I love your commandments
more than gold, even more than pure gold.
128That’s why I walk straight by every single one of your precepts.
That’s why I hate every false path.
P PE
129Your laws are wonderful!
That’s why I guard them.
130Access to your words#119.130 Vulg, Sym gives light,
giving simple folk understanding.
131I open my mouth up wide, panting,
because I long for your commandments.
132Come back to me and have mercy on me;
that’s only right for those who love your name.
133Keep my steps steady by your word;
don’t let any sin rule me.
134Redeem me from the people who oppress me
so I can keep your precepts.
135Shine your face on your servant,
and teach me your statutes.
136Rivers of tears stream from my eyes
because your Instruction isn’t being kept.
X TSADE
137 LORD, you are righteous,
and your rules are right.
138The laws you commanded are righteous,
completely trustworthy.
139Anger consumes me
because my enemies have forgotten what you’ve said.
140Your word has been tried and tested;
your servant loves your word!
141I’m insignificant and unpopular,
but I don’t forget your precepts.
142Your righteousness lasts forever!
Your Instruction is true!
143Stress and strain have caught up with me,
but your commandments are my joy!
144Your laws are righteous forever.
Help me understand so I can live!
Q QOF
145I cry out with all my heart:
“LORD, answer me so I can guard your statutes!”
146I cry out to you, “Save me
so I can keep your laws!”
147I meet the predawn light and cry for help.
I wait for your promise.
148My eyes encounter each hour of the night
as I think about your word.
149Listen to my voice, according to your faithful love.
LORD, make me live again, according to your justice.
150The people who love to plot wicked schemes are nearby,
but they are so far from your Instruction!
151But you, LORD, are nearby too,
and all your commandments are true.
152Long ago I learned from your laws
that you had established them forever.
R RESH
153Look at my suffering and deliver me
because I haven’t forgotten your Instruction.
154Argue my case and redeem me.
Make me live again by your word.
155Salvation is far from the wicked
because they haven’t pursued your statutes.
156You have so much compassion, LORD—
make me live again, according to your rules.
157My oppressors and enemies are many,
but I haven’t turned away from your laws.
158I look on the faithless, and I am disgusted
because they haven’t kept your word.
159Look at how much I love your precepts.
Make me live again, LORD, according to your faithful love!
160The first thing to know about your word is that it is true
and that all your righteous rules last forever.
` SIN AND V SHIN
161Rulers oppress me without cause,
but my heart honors what you’ve said.
162I’m overjoyed at your word,
like someone who finds great treasure.
163I hate, I absolutely despise, what is false,
but I’m in love with your Instruction.
164I praise you seven times a day
for your righteous rules.
165The people who love your Instruction enjoy peace—and lots of it.
There’s no stumbling for them!
166 LORD, I wait for your saving help.
I do what you’ve commanded.
167I keep your laws;
I love them so much!
168I keep your precepts and your laws
because all my ways are seen by you.
T TAV
169Let my cry reach you, LORD;
help me understand according to what you’ve said.
170Let my request for grace come before you;
deliver me according to your promise!
171Let my lips overflow with praise
because you’ve taught me your statutes.
172Let my tongue declare your word,
because all your commandments are righteous.
173Let your power help me
because I have chosen your precepts.
174 LORD, I long for your saving help!
Your Instruction is my joy!
175Let me live again so I can praise you!
Let your rules help me!
176I’ve wandered off like a sheep, lost.
Find your servant
because I haven’t forgotten
your commandments!
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