57  The Lord is ^jmy portion;

I promise to keep your words.

58  I entreat your favor with all my heart;

be gracious to me according to your promise.

59  When I think on my ways,

I turn my feet to your testimonies;

60  I hasten and do not delay

to keep your commandments.

61  Though the cords of the wicked ensnare me,

I do not forget your law.

62  At midnight I rise to praise you,

because of your righteous rules.

63  I am a ^kcompanion of all who fear you,

of those who keep your precepts.

64  ^lThe earth, O Lord, is full of your steadfast love;

teach me your statutes!