⁹ How can a young man live a clean life?
    He must be careful to obey your message.
¹⁰ I bring all my thoughts to you.
    Do not let me forget to obey your commands.
¹¹ I always keep your message in my mind,
    so that I do not do anything bad against you.
¹² Lord, everyone should praise you!
    Please teach me your laws.
¹³ You have taught us your rules.
    I want to speak them aloud for others to hear.
¹⁴ Your rules give me a happy life.
    When I obey them, it is better than being rich!
¹⁵ I want to think carefully about your teaching.
    You have shown me the best way to live.
¹⁶ Your laws make me very happy.
    I will not forget what you have taught me.

¹⁰⁵ Your word is like a lamp that shines as my guide.
    It shows me the right way to live.
¹⁰⁶ I have made a strong promise
    that I will always obey your righteous rules.
¹⁰⁷ I have a lot of trouble and pain.
Lord, please keep me safe,
    as you have promised to do.
¹⁰⁸ Lord, please accept the praise
    that I choose to offer to you.
Teach me your rules.
¹⁰⁹ My life is always in danger,
    but I never forget your Law.