1. O Lord, you are the Righteous One; the statutes that you give are just
O Lord, you are the Righteous One; the statutes that you give are just. You lay down laws of righteousness, entirely worthy of our trust.
[Sing to the Lord 119: ]

2. because my foes forget your word. Your promises are tried and proved,
2. My zeal consumes and wears me out,
because my foes forget your word.
Your promises are tried and proved,
and I your servant love them, Lord.

3. your precepts I do not forget. Eternal is your righteousness;
3. Though I am lowly and despised,
your precepts I do not forget.
Eternal is your righteousness;
true is the law that you have set.

4. but your commands are my delight. Grant wisdom so that I may live;
4. Distress and trouble press me down,
but your commands are my delight.
Grant wisdom so that I may live;
your statutes are forever right.
Sing to the Lord 119:
Used with permission
Text: Sing Psalms, © Psalmody Committee, Free Church of Scotland, 2003
Tune: Francis Duckworth, 1904