136. Streams of tears run down my eyes,because they don’t observe your Torah.TZADI
137. You are righteous, Lord.Your judgements are upright.
138. You have commanded your statutes in righteousness.They are fully trustworthy.
139. My zeal wears me out,because my enemies ignore your words.
140. Your promises have been thoroughly tested,and your servant loves them.
141. I am small and despised.I don’t forget your precepts.
142. Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness.Your Torah is truth.
143. Trouble and anguish have taken hold of me.Your commandments are my delight.
144. Your testimonies are righteous forever.Give me understanding, that I may live.KUF
145. I have called with my whole heart.Answer me, Lord!I will keep your statutes.
146. I have called to you. Save me!I will obey your statutes.
147. I rise before dawn and cry for help.I put my hope in your words.
148. My eyes stay open through the night watches,that I might meditate on your word.
149. Hear my voice according to your loving kindness.Revive me, Lord, according to your ordinances.
150. They draw near who follow after wickedness.They are far from your Torah.
151. You are near, Lord.All your commandments are truth.
152. Of old I have known from your testimonies,that you have founded them forever.RESH
153. Consider my affliction, and deliver me,for I don’t forget your Torah.