New International Reader's Version NIRV
New International Version NIV
161 Rulers attack me without any reason. But my heart trembles because of your word.
161
Rulers persecute me without cause, but my heart trembles at your word.
162 I'm filled with joy because of your promise. It's like finding a great fortune.
162
I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil.
163 I hate lies with a deep hatred. But I love your law.
163
I hate and detest falsehood but I love your law.
164 Seven times a day I praise you for your laws, because they are right.
164
Seven times a day I praise you for your righteous laws.
165 Those who love your law enjoy great peace. Nothing can make them trip and fall.
165
Great peace have those who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble.
166 Lord, I wait for you to save me. I follow your commands.
166
I wait for your salvation, LORD, and I follow your commands.
167 I obey your covenant laws, because I love them greatly.
167
I obey your statutes, for I love them greatly.
168 I obey your rules and your covenant laws, because you know all about how I live.
168
I obey your precepts and your statutes, for all my ways are known to you.
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