52. I meditate on your age-old regulations;O lord, they comfort me.
53. I become furious with the wicked,because they reject your instructions.
54. Your decrees have been the theme of my songswherever I have lived.
55. I reflect at night on who you are, O lord;therefore, I obey your instructions.
56. This is how I spend my life:obeying your commandments.
57. lord, you are mine!I promise to obey your words!
58. With all my heart I want your blessings.Be merciful as you promised.
59. I pondered the direction of my life,and I turned to follow your laws.
60. I will hurry, without delay,to obey your commands.
61. Evil people try to drag me into sin,but I am firmly anchored to your instructions.
62. I rise at midnight to thank youfor your just regulations.
63. I am a friend to anyone who fears you—anyone who obeys your commandments.
64. O lord, your unfailing love fills the earth;teach me your decrees.
65. You have done many good things for me, lord,just as you promised.
66. I believe in your commands;now teach me good judgment and knowledge.
67. I used to wander off until you disciplined me;but now I closely follow your word.
68. You are good and do only good;teach me your decrees.
69. Arrogant people smear me with lies,but in truth I obey your commandments with all my heart.
70. Their hearts are dull and stupid,but I delight in your instructions.
71. My suffering was good for me,for it taught me to pay attention to your decrees.