²² take away from me their scorn and contempt,
    for I have kept your decrees.

²⁸ My soul melts away for sorrow;
    strengthen me according to your word.

³¹ I cling to your decrees, O Lord;
    let me not be put to shame.

³⁹ Turn away the disgrace that I dread,
    for your ordinances are good.

⁵⁸ I implore your favor with all my heart;
    be gracious to me according to your promise.