Psalm 119:17-24 (New International Version)

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 ¹⁸ Open my eyes that I may see
       wonderful things in your law.

 ¹⁹ I am a stranger on earth;
       do not hide your commands from me.

 ²⁰ My soul is consumed with longing
       for your laws at all times.

 ²¹ You rebuke the arrogant, who are cursed
       and who stray from your commands.

 ²² Remove from me scorn and contempt,
       for I keep your statutes.

 ²³ Though rulers sit together and slander me,
       your servant will meditate on your decrees.

 ²⁴ Your statutes are my delight;
       they are my counselors.