167. My soul hath observed thy testimonies; And I love them exceedingly.
168. I have observed thy precepts and thy testimonies; For all my ways are before thee.
169. Let my cry come near before thee, O Jehovah: Give me understanding according to thy word.
170. Let my supplication come before thee: Deliver me according to thy word.
171. Let my lips utter praise; For thou teachest me thy statutes.
172. Let my tongue sing of thy word; For all thy commandments are righteousness.
173. Let thy hand be ready to help me; For I have chosen thy precepts.