- Blessed are those whose way is blameless,
who walk in accord with the law of the Lord. - Blessed are those who observe his statutes
and seek him with their whole heart. - I will praise you in sincerity of heart
as I ponder your righteous judgments. - How can a young man lead a spotless life?
By living according to your word. - I seek you with all my heart;
do not let me stray from your precepts. - I treasure your word in my heart
for fear that I may sin against you. - I rejoice in following your statutes
more than I would rejoice in endless riches. - I have chosen the way of faithfulness;
I have set your judgments before me. - Dispose my heart to follow your statutes
and to flee selfish gain. - I will walk in complete freedom
because I have sought your commands. - I will make haste and not delay
to observe your precepts. - Never will I forget your commands,
for through them you have given me life. - Your word is a lamp for my feet
and a light to my path. - Your statutes are my everlasting heritage;
they are the very joy of my heart. - You are my refuge and my shield;
I put my hope in your word. - The explanation of your words gives light
and imparts understanding to the simple. - Guide my steps in accord with your word
and never let evil triumph over me. - Every word you utter is true,
and all your righteous judgments are everlasting. - Those who love your law have great peace;
they encounter no stumbling blocks.
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