125. I am your servant. Give me understanding, so that I may know your testimonies.
126. It is time to act, O Lord. They have dissipated your law.
127. Therefore, I have loved your commandments beyond gold and topaz.
128. Because of this, I was directed toward all your commandments. I held hatred for every iniquitous way.
129. PHE. Your testimonies are wonderful. Therefore, my soul has been examined by them.
130. The declaration of your words illuminates, and it gives understanding to little ones.
131. I opened my mouth and drew breath, for I desired your commandments.
132. Gaze upon me and be merciful to me, according to the judgment of those who love your name.
133. Direct my steps according to your eloquence, and let no injustice rule over me.
134. Redeem me from the slanders of men, so that I may keep your commandments.
135. Make your face shine upon your servant, and teach me your justifications.
136. My eyes have gushed like springs of water, because they have not kept your law.
137. SADE. You are just, O Lord, and your judgment is right.
138. You have commanded justice: your testimonies and your truth even more so.
139. My zeal has caused me to pine away, because my enemies have forgotten your words.
140. Your eloquence has been greatly enflamed, and your servant has loved it.