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131 I open my mouth and pant,
because I long[a] for your commands.
132 Turn toward me and extend mercy to me,
as you typically do to your loyal followers.[b]
133 Direct my steps by your word.[c]
Do not let any sin dominate me.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 119:131 tn The verb occurs only here in the OT.
  2. Psalm 119:132 tn Heb “according to custom toward the lovers of your name.” The “lovers of” God’s “name” are the Lord’s loyal followers. See Pss 5:11; 69:36; Isa 56:6.
  3. Psalm 119:133 tn God’s “word” refers here to his law (see v. 11).

131 I open my mouth and pant,(A)
    longing for your commands.(B)
132 Turn to me(C) and have mercy(D) on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.(E)
133 Direct my footsteps according to your word;(F)
    let no sin rule(G) over me.

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