143 Trouble and distress have come upon me,
    but your commands give me delight.(A)
144 Your statutes are always righteous;
    give me understanding(B) that I may live.

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143 Even though I have troubles and hard times,
    your commands give me joy.
144 Your rules are always right.
    Help me understand them so that I can live.

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143 As pressure and stress bear down on me,
    I find joy in your commands.
144 Your laws are always right;
    help me to understand them so I may live.

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