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147 I arise before dawn and cry out for help;
    I place my hope in your word.
148 My eyes are awake before each watch of the night[a]
    so that I may meditate on your word.
149 In accordance with your kindness[b] hear my voice, O Lord;
    grant me life in accordance with your judgments.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 119:148 Each watch of the night: see note on Ps 63:7.
  2. Psalm 119:149 Kindness: see note on Ps 6:5.

147 I rise before dawn(A) and cry for help;
    I have put my hope in your word.
148 My eyes stay open through the watches of the night,(B)
    that I may meditate on your promises.
149 Hear my voice(C) in accordance with your love;(D)
    preserve my life,(E) Lord, according to your laws.

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