For the Lord is king ¹  and rules over the nations.

Spare me ¹  shame and humiliation, for I observe your rules.

I consider my actions ¹  and follow ²  your rules.

פ (Pe) Your rules are marvelous. Therefore I observe them.

The rules you impose are just, ¹  and absolutely reliable.

I keep your rules; I love them greatly.

Therefore say to the people: ¹  The Lord who rules over all ²  says, “Turn ³  to me,” says the Lord who rules over all, “and I will turn to you,” says the Lord who rules over all.

The God of Israel spoke, the protector ¹  of Israel spoke to me. The one who rules fairly among men, the one who rules in the fear of God,

For I am aware of all his regulations, ¹  and I do not reject his rules. ² 

But the Lord ¹  rules ²  forever; he reigns in a just manner. ³ 

Sing praises to the Lord, who rules ¹  in Zion! Tell the nations what he has done! ² 

The Lord rules forever! ¹  The nations are driven out of his land. ² 

For I am aware of all his regulations, ¹  and I do not reject his rules. ² 

O Lord who rules over all, ¹  how blessed are those who trust in you! ² 

if they break ¹  my rules and do not keep my commandments,

The rules you set down ¹  are completely reliable. ²  Holiness ³  aptly adorns your house, O Lord, forever. ⁴ 

How blessed are those who observe his rules, and seek him with all their heart,

Yes, I find delight in your rules; they give me guidance. ¹ 

I hold fast ¹  to your rules. O Lord, do not let me be ashamed!

Give me a desire for your rules, ¹  rather than for wealth gained unjustly. ²