133. As you have promised, keep me from falling;don't let me be overcome by evil.
134. Save me from those who oppress me,so that I may obey your commands.
135. Bless me with your presenceand teach me your laws.
136. My tears pour down like a river,because people do not obey your law.
137. You are righteous, Lord,and your laws are just.
138. The rules that you have givenare completely fair and right.
139. My anger burns in me like a fire,because my enemies disregard your commands.
140. How certain your promise is!How I love it!
141. I am unimportant and despised,but I do not neglect your teachings.
142. Your righteousness will last for ever,and your law is always true.
143. I am filled with trouble and anxiety,but your commandments bring me joy.
144. Your instructions are always just;give me understanding, and I shall live.
145. With all my heart I call to you;answer me, Lord, and I will obey your commands!
146. I call to you;save me, and I will keep your laws.
147. Before sunrise I call to you for help;I place my hope in your promise.
148. All night long I lie awake,to meditate on your instructions.
149. Because your love is constant, hear me, O Lord;show your mercy, and preserve my life!
150. My cruel persecutors are coming closer,people who never keep your law.
151. But you are near to me, Lord,and all your commands are permanent.
152. Long ago I learnt about your instructions;you made them to last for ever.
153. Look at my suffering, and save me,because I have not neglected your law.