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1 Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the LORD .
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Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the LORD.
2 Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts.
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Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart—
3 They do not compromise with evil, and they walk only in his paths.
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they do no wrong but follow his ways.
4 You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully.
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You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed.
5 Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!
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Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees!
6 Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands.
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Then I would not be put to shame when I consider all your commands.
7 As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should!
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I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws.
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