77. Have mercy on me, and I will livebecause I take pleasure in your law.
78. May the proud be ashamed for falsely accusing me;as for me, I will meditate on your instructions.
79. May those who honour you come to me —all those who know your commands.
80. May I perfectly obey your commandmentsand be spared the shame of defeat.
81. I am worn out, Lord, waiting for you to save me;I place my trust in your word.
82. My eyes are tired from watching for what you promised,while I ask, “When will you help me?”
83. I am as useless as a discarded wineskin;yet I have not forgotten your commands.
84. How much longer must I wait?When will you punish those who persecute me?
85. The proud, who do not obey your law,have dug pits to trap me.
86. Your commandments are all trustworthy;people persecute me with lies — help me!
87. They have almost succeeded in killing me,but I have not neglected your commands.
88. Because of your constant love be good to me,so that I may obey your laws.
89. Your word, O Lord, will last for ever;it is eternal in heaven.