137. You are righteous, Lord,and just are your judgments.
138. You have given your testimonies in righteousnessand in surpassing faithfulness.
139. I am consumed with rage,because my foes forget your words.
140. Your servant loves your promise;it has been proved by fire.
141. Though belittled and despised,I do not forget your precepts.
142. Your justice is forever right,your law true.
143. Though distress and anguish come upon me,your commandments are my delight.
144. Your testimonies are forever righteous;give me understanding that I may live.
145. I call with all my heart, O Lord;answer me that I may keep your statutes.
146. I call to you to save methat I may observe your testimonies.
147. I rise before dawn and cry out;I put my hope in your words.