21. You correct proud people. They are under your curse. They wander away from your commands.
22. I obey your covenant laws. So don't let evil people laugh at me or hate me.
23. Even if rulers sit together and tell lies about me, I will spend time thinking about your orders.
24. Your covenant laws are my delight. They give me wise advice.
25. I lie in the dust. I'm about to die. Keep me alive as you have promised.
26. I told you how I've lived, and you gave me your answer. Teach me your orders.
27. Help me understand what your rules can teach me. Then I'll spend time thinking about the miracles you have done.
28. My sadness has worn me out. Give me strength as you have promised.