27. Cause me to understand the way of your precepts, that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds.
28. My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.
29. Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me and teach me your law.
30. I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws.
31. I hold fast to your statutes, Lord; do not let me be put to shame.
32. I run in the path of your commands, for you have broadened my understanding.
33. Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end.
34. Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart.
35. Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.
36. Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain.
37. Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.
38. Fulfill your promise to your servant, so that you may be feared.
39. Take away the disgrace I dread, for your laws are good.
40. How I long for your precepts! In your righteousness preserve my life.
41. May your unfailing love come to me, Lord, your salvation, according to your promise;
42. then I can answer anyone who taunts me, for I trust in your word.