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107 I have been afflicted beyond measure;
    Lord, let me live in accord with your word.
108 Receive, O Lord, the homage my lips offer you,
    and instruct me about your judgments.
109 Even though I continually take my life in my hands,[a]
    I do not neglect your law.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 119:109 I continually take my life in my hands: i.e., my life is constantly exposed to danger, for I am ready to risk it for God (see Jdg 12:3; 1 Sam 19:5; Est C:15 = 4:16; Job 13:14).

107 I have suffered much;
    preserve my life,(A) Lord, according to your word.
108 Accept, Lord, the willing praise of my mouth,(B)
    and teach me your laws.(C)
109 Though I constantly take my life in my hands,(D)
    I will not forget(E) your law.

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