16. Your laws make me happy.I never forget your word.
17. Be kind to me so that I may liveand hold on to your word.
18. Uncover my eyesso that I may see the miraculous things in your teachings.
19. I am a foreigner in this world.Do not hide your commandments from me.
20. My soul is overwhelmed with endless longing for your regulations.
21. You threaten arrogant people, who are condemnedand wander away from your commandments.
22. Remove the insults and contempt that have fallen on mebecause I have obeyed your written instructions.
23. Even though influential people plot against me,I reflect on your laws.
24. Indeed, your written instructions make me happy.They are my best friends.
25. I am close to death.Give me a new life as you promised.
26. I told you what I have done, and you answered me.Teach me your laws.