138. You have commanded Your testimonies in righteousness And exceeding faithfulness.
139. My zeal has consumed me, Because my adversaries have forgotten Your words.
140. Your word is very pure, Therefore Your servant loves it.
141. I am small and despised, Yet I do not forget Your precepts.
142. Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, And Your law is truth.
143. Trouble and anguish have come upon me, Yet Your commandments are my delight.
144. Your testimonies are righteous forever; Give me understanding that I may live.
145. I cried with all my heart; answer me, O Lord! I will observe Your statutes.
146. I cried to You; save me And I shall keep Your testimonies.
147. I rise before dawn and cry for help; I wait for Your words.
148. My eyes anticipate the night watches, That I may meditate on Your word.