61. The ropes of the wicked tighten around me,but I do not forget your law.
62. In the middle of the night I arise to thank youfor your just regulations.
63. I am a friend to all your loyal followers,and to those who keep your precepts.
64. O Lord, your loyal love fills the earth.Teach me your statutes!ט (Tet)
65. You are good to your servant,O Lord, just as you promised.
66. Teach me proper discernment and understanding!For I consider your commands to be reliable.
67. Before I was afflicted I used to stray off,but now I keep your instructions.
68. You are good and you do good.Teach me your statutes!
69. Arrogant people smear my reputation with lies,but I observe your precepts with all my heart.