Psalm 119:127-149

127Because I love your commands more than gold, more than pure gold,

128and because I consider all your precepts right, I hate every wrong path. פ Pe

129Your statutes are wonderful; therefore I obey them.

130The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.

131I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands.

132Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name.

133Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.

134Redeem me from human oppression, that I may obey your precepts.

135Make your face shine on your servant and teach me your decrees.

136Streams of tears flow from my eyes, for your law is not obeyed. צ Tsadhe

137You are righteous, LORD, and your laws are right.

138The statutes you have laid down are righteous; they are fully trustworthy.

139My zeal wears me out, for my enemies ignore your words.

140Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your servant loves them.

141Though I am lowly and despised, I do not forget your precepts.

142Your righteousness is everlasting and your law is true.

143Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.

144Your statutes are always righteous; give me understanding that I may live. ק Qoph

145I call with all my heart; answer me, LORD, and I will obey your decrees.

146I call out to you; save me and I will keep your statutes.

147I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.

148My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises.

149Hear my voice in accordance with your love; preserve my life, LORD, according to your laws.