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Rulers have persecuted me without a cause, * but my heart stands in awe of your word.

I am as glad because of your promise * as one who finds great spoils.

As for lies, I hate and abhor them, * but your law is my love.

Seven times a day do I praise you, * because of your righteous judgments.

Great peace have they who love your law; * for them there is no stumbling block.

I have hoped for your salvation, O, * and have fulfilled your commandments.

I have kept your decrees * and I have loved them deeply.

I have kept your commandments and decrees, * for all my ways are before you.

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Let my cry come before you, O ; * give me understanding, according to your word.

Let my supplication come before you; * deliver me, according to your promise.

My lips shall pour forth your praise, * when you teach me your statutes.

My tongue shall sing of your promise, * for all your commandments are righteous.