17 Be good to me, your servant,so that I may live and obey your teachings.
18 Open my eyes, so that I may seethe wonderful truths in your law.
19 I am here on earth for just a little while;do not hide your commands from me.
20 My heart aches with longing;I want to know your judgements at all times.
21 You reprimand the proud;cursed are those who disobey your commands.
22 Free me from their insults and scorn,because I have kept your laws.
23 The rulers meet and plot against me,but I will study your teachings.