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 Through your commandments I gain understanding; * therefore I hate every lying way.

Nun

Your word is a lantern to my feet * and a light upon my path.

I have sworn and am determined * to keep your righteous judgments.

I am deeply troubled; * preserve my life, O, according to your word.

Accept, O, the willing tribute of my lips, * and teach me your judgments.

My life is always in my hand, * yet I do not forget your law.

The wicked have set a trap for me, * but I have not strayed from your commandments.

Your decrees are my inheritance for ever; * truly, they are the joy of my heart.

I have applied my heart to fulfill your statutes * for ever and to the end.

Samekh

I hate those who have a divided heart, * but your law do I love.