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80 May I perfectly obey your commandments
    and be spared the shame of defeat.

A Prayer for Deliverance

81 I am worn out, Lord, waiting for you to save me;
    I place my trust in your word.
82 My eyes are tired from watching for what you promised,
    while I ask, “When will you help me?”

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80 May I wholeheartedly follow(A) your decrees,(B)
    that I may not be put to shame.(C)

כ Kaph

81 My soul faints(D) with longing for your salvation,(E)
    but I have put my hope(F) in your word.
82 My eyes fail,(G) looking for your promise;(H)
    I say, “When will you comfort me?”

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