59. I thought about my life,and I decided to follow your rules.
60. I hurried and did not waitto obey your commands.
61. Wicked people have tied me up,but I have not forgotten your teachings.
62. In the middle of the night, I get up to thank youbecause your laws are right.
63. I am a friend to everyone who fears you,to anyone who obeys your orders.
64. Lord, your love fills the earth.Teach me your demands.
65. You have done good things for your servant,as you have promised, Lord.
66. Teach me wisdom and knowledgebecause I trust your commands.
67. Before I suffered, I did wrong,but now I obey your word.
68. You are good, and you do what is good.Teach me your demands.
69. Proud people have made up lies about me,but I will follow your orders with all my heart.
70. Those people have no feelings,but I love your teachings.
71. It was good for me to sufferso I would learn your demands.
72. Your teachings are worth more to methan thousands of pieces of gold and silver.
73. You made me and formed me with your hands.Give me understanding so I can learn your commands.