Psalm 119:1-8

Song 34 (Angels’ Song) L.M. (Orlando Gibbons, 1583-1625)

1 How blest are those above reproach,
whose way from the law does not depart,
2 who, holding fast the word of truth,
seek God with undivided heart.

3 They keep themselves from doing wrong
by walking in his perfect ways.
4 You have established laws for us
that are to be obeyed always.

5 O that my ways were steadfast, LORD,
in making your statutes my aim!
6 So, when I think on your commands,
I would not feel disgrace or shame.

7 I’ll praise you with an upright heart,
as your just laws are learned by me.
8 All your decrees I will obey;
do not forsake me utterly.

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