156. You are merciful, Lord!Please do the right thingand save my life.
157. I have a lot of brutal enemies,but still I never turnfrom your laws.
158. All those unfaithful peoplewho refuse to obey youare disgusting to me.
159. Remember how I love your laws,and show your love for meby keeping me safe.
160. All you say can be trusted;your teachings are trueand will last for ever.
161. Rulers are cruel to mefor no reason.But with all my heartI respect your words,
162. because they bring happinesslike treasures taken in war.
163. I can't stand liars,but I love your Law.
164. I praise you seven times a daybecause your laws are fair.
165. You give peace of mindto all who love your Law.Nothing can make them fall.
166. You are my only hopefor being saved, Lord,and I do all you command.
167. I love and obey your lawswith all my heart.
168. You know everything I do.You know I respect every lawyou have given.
169. Please, Lord, hear my prayerand give me the understandingthat comes from your word.
170. Listen to my concernsand keep me safe,just as you have promised.
171. If you will teach me your laws,I will praise you