138. You have ordained your testimonies in righteousness, and in exceeding faithfulness.
139. My zeal consumes me, because my enemies have forgotten your words.
140. Your word is very pure, and your servant loves it.
141. I am small and despised, yet I do not forget your precepts.
142. Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and your law is truth.
143. Trouble and anguish have found me; your commands delight me.
144. The righteousness of your testimonies is forever; give me understanding that I may live.
145. I call with my whole heart; answer me, O Yahweh. I will keep your statutes.
146. I call to you. Save me, and I will heed your testimonies.
147. I rise early in the dawn and cry for help; I hope in your word.
148. My eyes anticipate the night watches, that I may meditate on your word.
149. Hear my voice according to your loyal love; O Yahweh, preserve my life according to your justice.
150. Those who pursue a wicked purpose draw near; they are far from your law.
151. You are near, O Yahweh, and all your commands are truth.
152. Concerning your testimonies, I knew long ago that you have established them forever.