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1 Those whose way is blameless— who walk in the LORD's Instruction—are truly happy!
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Happy are those whose way is blameless, who walk in 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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Happy are those who keep his decrees, who seek him with their whole heart,
3 They don't even do anything wrong! They walk in God's ways.
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who also do no wrong, but walk in his ways.
4 God, you have ordered that your decrees should be kept most carefully.
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You have commanded your precepts to be kept diligently.
5 How I wish my ways were strong when it comes to keeping your statutes!
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O that my ways may be steadfast in keeping your statutes!
6 Then I wouldn't be ashamed when I examine all your commandments.
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Then I shall not be put to shame, having my eyes fixed on all your commandments.
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, when I learn your righteous ordinances.
8 I will keep your statutes. Please don't leave me all alone!
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I will observe your statutes; do not utterly forsake me.
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