א (Alef)

119:1 How happy are those whose actions are blameless, who obey the law of the Lord.

119:2 How happy are those who observe his rules, and seek him with all their heart,

119:3 who, moreover, do no wrong, but obey his demands.

119:4 You demand that your precepts be carefully kept.

119:5 If only I were predisposed to keep your statutes!

119:6 Then I would not be ashamed, if I were focused on all your commands.

119:7 I will give you sincere thanks, when I learn your just regulations.

119:8 I will keep your statutes. Do not completely abandon me!

ב (Bet)

119:9 How can a young person maintain a pure lifestyle? By following your instructions!

119:10 With all my heart I seek you. Do not allow me to stray from your commands!

119:11 In my heart I store up your words, so I might not sin against you.

119:12 You deserve praise, O Lord! Teach me your statutes!

119:13 With my lips I proclaim all the regulations you have revealed.

119:14 I rejoice in the lifestyle prescribed by your rules as if they were riches of all kinds.

119:15 I will meditate on your precepts and focus on your demands.

119:16 I find delight in your statutes; I do not forget your instructions.