²⁸ My soul melts away for sorrow;
    strengthen me according to your word.
²⁹ Put false ways far from me;
    and graciously teach me your law.

³⁷ Turn my eyes from looking at vanities;
    give me life in your ways.

⁴² Then I shall have an answer for those who taunt me,
    for I trust in your word.

¹²⁵ I am your servant; give me understanding,
    so that I may know your decrees.

¹⁷³ Let your hand be ready to help me,
    for I have chosen your precepts.