New International Reader's Version NIRV
New International Version NIV
129 Your covenant laws are wonderful. So I obey them.
129
Your statutes are wonderful; therefore I obey them.
130 When your words are made clear, they bring light. They bring understanding to childish people.
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The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
131 I open my mouth and pant like a dog, because I long to know your commands.
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I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands.
132 Turn to me and show me your favor. That's what you've always done for those who love you.
132
Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name.
133 Teach me how to live as you have promised. Don't let any sin be my master.
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Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.
134 Set me free from men who beat me down. Then I will obey your rules.
134
Redeem me from human oppression, that I may obey your precepts.
135 Let your face smile on me with favor. Teach me your orders.
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Make your face shine on your servant and teach me your decrees.
136 Streams of tears flow from my eyes, because people don't obey your law.
136
Streams of tears flow from my eyes, for your law is not obeyed.
137 Lord, you do what is fair. And your laws are right.
137
You are righteous, LORD, and your laws are right.
138 The laws you have made are fair. They can be completely trusted.
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The statutes you have laid down are righteous; they are fully trustworthy.
139 My anger is wearing me out, because my enemies don't pay any attention to your words.
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My zeal wears me out, for my enemies ignore your words.
140 Your promises have proved to be true. I love them.
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Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your servant loves them.
141 I'm not important. People look down on me. But I don't forget to obey your rules.
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Though I am lowly and despised, I do not forget your precepts.
142 You always do what is right. And your law is true.
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Your righteousness is everlasting and your law is true.
143 I've had my share of trouble and suffering. But I take delight in your commands.
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Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.
144 Your covenant laws are always right. Help me to understand them. Then I will live.
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Your statutes are always righteous; give me understanding that I may live.
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