152. I have known from my earliest daysthat your laws will last forever.
153. Look upon my suffering and rescue me,for I have not forgotten your instructions.
154. Argue my case; take my side!Protect my life as you promised.
155. The wicked are far from rescue,for they do not bother with your decrees.
156. lord, how great is your mercy;let me be revived by following your regulations.
157. Many persecute and trouble me,yet I have not swerved from your laws.
158. Seeing these traitors makes me sick at heart,because they care nothing for your word.
159. See how I love your commandments, lord.Give back my life because of your unfailing love.
160. The very essence of your words is truth;all your just regulations will stand forever.