56. This is my good fortune,for I have kept your precepts.
57. My portion is the Lord;I promise to observe your words.
58. I entreat you with all my heart:have mercy on me in accord with your promise.
59. I have examined my waysand turned my steps to your testimonies.
60. I am prompt, I do not hesitatein observing your commandments.
61. Though the snares of the wicked surround me,your law I do not forget.
62. At midnight I rise to praise youbecause of your righteous judgments.