Psalm 119:169-176

Complete Jewish Bible

¹⁶⁹ Let my cry come before you, Adonai;
in keeping with your word, give me understanding.
¹⁷⁰ Let my prayer come before you;
in keeping with your promise, rescue me.
¹⁷¹ Let my lips speak praise,
because you teach me your laws.
¹⁷² Let my tongue sing of your promise,
because all your mitzvot are righteous.
¹⁷³ Let your hand be ready to help me,
because I choose your precepts.
¹⁷⁴ I long for your deliverance, Adonai;
and your Torah is my delight.
¹⁷⁵ Let me live, and I will praise you;
let your rulings help me.
¹⁷⁶ I strayed like a lost sheep; seek out your servant;
for I do not forget your mitzvot.