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The cords of sinners have encompassed me, but I have not forgotten your law. At midnight I arose to give thanks to you, because of the judgments of your righteousness. I was a companion to all who fear you, who have kept your commandments. The earth became full of the mercy of the Lord; teach me your righteousness. You have dealt kindly with your servant, O Lord, according to your word. Teach me kindness, instruction, and knowledge, for I have believed in your commandments. Before I was humbled, I sinned; therefore I have kept your words exceedingly. You are good, O Lord, and in your goodness teach me your righteousness. The iniquities of the proud have multiplied against me, but with my whole heart I have searched out your commandments. Their heart is curdled like milk, but I have spoken of your law. It is good for me that you have humbled me, that I might learn your righteousness. The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of gold and silver.