Psalm 119:129–144

Desire to Obey the Law of the

¹²⁹Your teachings are wonderful;

I obey them with all my heart.

¹³⁰The explanation of your teachings gives light

and brings wisdom to the ignorant.

¹³¹In my desire for your commands

I pant with open mouth.

¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me

as you do on all those who love you.

¹³³As you have promised, keep me from falling;

don’t let me be overcome by evil.

¹³⁴Save me from those who oppress me,

so that I may obey your commands.

¹³⁵Bless me with your presence

and teach me your laws.

¹³⁶My tears pour down like a river,

because people do not obey your law.

The Justice of the Law of the

¹³⁷You are righteous, Lord,

and your laws are just.

¹³⁸The rules that you have given

are completely fair and right.

¹³⁹My anger burns in me like a fire,

because my enemies disregard your commands.

¹⁴⁰How certain your promise is!

How I love it!

¹⁴¹I am unimportant and despised,

but I do not neglect your teachings.

¹⁴²Your righteousness will last for ever,

and your law is always true.

¹⁴³I am filled with trouble and anxiety,

but your commandments bring me joy.

¹⁴⁴Your instructions are always just;

give me understanding, and I shall live.