161. Princes have persecuted me without cause,but my heart fears only Your word.
162. I rejoice over Your promise like one who finds vast treasure.
163. I hate and abhor falsehood, but I love Your instruction.
164. I praise You seven times a dayfor Your righteous judgments.
165. Abundant peace belongs to those who love Your instruction;nothing makes them stumble.
166. Lord, I hope for Your salvation and carry out Your commands.
167. I obey Your decreesand love them greatly.
168. I obey Your precepts and decrees,for all my ways are before You.
169. Let my cry reach You, Lord; give me understanding according to Your word.
170. Let my plea reach You; rescue me according to Your promise.
171. My lips pour out praise, for You teach me Your statutes.
172. My tongue sings about Your promise, for all Your commands are righteous.
173. May Your hand be ready to help me, for I have chosen Your precepts.
174. I long for Your salvation, Lord,and Your instruction is my delight.
175. Let me live, and I will praise You; may Your judgments help me.