²⁷ Cause me to understand the way of your precepts,
    that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds.^(A)

⁷³ Your hands made me^(A) and formed me;
    give me understanding to learn your commands.

¹⁴⁴ Your statutes are always righteous;
    give me understanding^(A) that I may live.

¹⁶⁹ May my cry come^(A) before you, Lord;
    give me understanding^(B) according to your word.^(C)

⁶ For the Lord gives wisdom;^(A)
    from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.^(B)