I choose the path of faithfulness; I am committed to your regulations.

I remember your ancient regulations, O Lord, and console myself.

צ (Tsade) You are just, O Lord, and your judgments are fair.

For Solomon. O God, grant the king the ability to make just decisions! Grant the king’s son the ability to make fair decisions!

I desperately long to know your regulations at all times.

Take away the insults that I dread! Indeed, your regulations are good.

I know, Lord, that your regulations are just. You disciplined me because of your faithful devotion to me.

They will teach Jacob your ordinances and Israel your law; they will offer incense as a pleasant odor, and a whole offering on your altar.

He is secure at all times. He has no regard for your commands; he disdains all his enemies.

Mount Zion rejoices; the towns of Judah are happy, because of your acts of judgment.

Zion hears and rejoices, the towns of Judah are happy, because of your judgments, O Lord.

Yes, as your judgments unfold, O Lord, we wait for you. We desire your fame and reputation to grow.

I look for you during the night, my spirit within me seeks you at dawn, for when your judgments come upon the earth, those who live in the world learn about justice.

The Lord has removed the judgment against you; he has turned back your enemy. Israel’s king, the Lord, is in your midst! You no longer need to fear disaster.