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Reverence for the Lord is good; it will continue forever. The judgments of the Lord are just; they are always fair.

They give knowledge to me, your servant; I am rewarded for obeying them.

Then we will shout for joy over your victory and celebrate your triumph by praising our God. May the Lord answer all your requests.

He asked for life, and you gave it, a long and lasting life.

We praise you, Lord , for your great strength! We will sing and praise your power.

My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? I have cried desperately for help, but still it does not come.

My throat is as dry as dust, and my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth. You have left me for dead in the dust.

They gamble for my clothes and divide them among themselves.

He does not neglect the poor or ignore their suffering; he does not turn away from them, but answers when they call for help."

In the full assembly I will praise you for what you have done; in the presence of those who worship you I will offer the sacrifices I promised.

Even if I go through the deepest darkness, I will not be afraid, Lord , for you are with me. Your shepherd's rod and staff protect me.

You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies can see me; you welcome me as an honored guest and fill my cup to the brim.

Teach me to live according to your truth, for you are my God, who saves me. I always trust in you.

Keep your promise, Lord , and forgive my sins, for they are many.

Those who have reverence for the Lord will learn from him the path they should follow.

I look to the Lord for help at all times, and he rescues me from danger.

Protect me and save me; keep me from defeat. I come to you for safety.

As for me, I do what is right; be merciful to me and save me!

I have asked the Lord for one thing; one thing only do I want: to live in the Lord 's house all my life, to marvel there at his goodness, and to ask for his guidance.

Hear me when I cry to you for help, when I lift my hands toward your holy Temple.