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 Heth

You only are my portion, O ; * I have promised to keep your words.

I entreat you with all my heart, * be merciful to me according to your promise.

I have considered my ways * and turned my feet toward your decrees.

I hasten and do not tarry * to keep your commandments.

Though the cords of the wicked entangle me, * I do not forget your law.

At midnight I will rise to give you thanks, * because of your righteous judgments.

I am a companion of all who fear you * and of those who keep your commandments.

The earth, O, is full of your love; * instruct me in your statutes.

Teth

O, you have dealt graciously with your servant, * according to your word.

Teach me discernment and knowledge, * for I have believed in your commandments.

Before I was afflicted I went astray, * but now I keep your word.

You are good and you bring forth good; * instruct me in your statutes.