27 Make me to understand the way of thy precepts, and I will meditate in thy wondrous works.

28 My soul melteth for heaviness: raise me up according to thy [a]word.

29 Take from me the [b]way of lying, and grant me graciously thy Law.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 119:28 If God did not maintain us by his word, our life would drop away like water.
  2. Psalm 119:29 Instruct me in thy word, whereby my mind may be purged from vanity, and taught to obey thy will.

27 Cause me to understand the way of your precepts,
    that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds.(A)
28 My soul is weary with sorrow;(B)
    strengthen me(C) according to your word.(D)
29 Keep me from deceitful ways;(E)
    be gracious to me(F) and teach me your law.

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