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1 Those whose way is blameless— who walk in the LORD's Instruction—are truly happy!
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Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the LORD.
2 Those who guard God's laws are truly happy! They seek God with all their hearts.
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Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart—
3 They don't even do anything wrong! They walk in God's ways.
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they do no wrong but follow his ways.
4 God, you have ordered that your decrees should be kept most carefully.
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You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed.
5 How I wish my ways were strong when it comes to keeping your statutes!
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Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees!
6 Then I wouldn't be ashamed when I examine all your commandments.
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Then I would not be put to shame when I consider all your commands.
7 I will give thanks to you with a heart that does right as I learn your righteous rules.
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I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws.
8 I will keep your statutes. Please don't leave me all alone!
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I will obey your decrees; do not utterly forsake me.
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