5. Oh, that my ways were directedTo keep Your statutes!
6. Then I would not be ashamed,When I look into all Your commandments.
7. I will praise You with uprightness of heart,When I learn Your righteous judgments.
8. I will keep Your statutes;Oh, do not forsake me utterly!
9. How can a young man cleanse his way?By taking heed according to Your word.
10. With my whole heart I have sought You;Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments!
11. Your word I have hidden in my heart,That I might not sin against You.
12. Blessed are You, O Lord!Teach me Your statutes.
13. With my lips I have declaredAll the judgments of Your mouth.