¹⁸ Open my mind
and let me discover
    the wonders of your Law.

¹⁸ Open my mind
and let me discover
    the wonders of your Law.
¹⁹ I live here as a stranger.
Don't keep me from knowing
    your commands.
²⁰ What I want most
and at all times
    is to honor your laws.
²¹ You punish those boastful,
worthless nobodies who turn
    from your commands.
²² Don't let them sneer
and insult me
    for following you.
²³ I keep thinking about
    your teachings, Lord,
even if rulers plot
    against me.
²⁴ Your laws are my greatest joy!
    I follow their advice.