21 You punish those boastful,worthless nobodies who turnfrom your commands.
22 Don't let them sneerand insult mefor following you.
23 I keep thinking aboutyour teachings, Lord,even if rulers plotagainst me.
24 Your laws are my greatest joy!I follow their advice.
25 I am at the point of death.Let your teachingsbreathe new life into me.
26 When I told you my troubles,you answered my prayers.Now teach me your laws.
27 Help me to understandyour teachings,and I will think aboutyour marvellous deeds.