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I have avoided cruelty because of your word.
    In spite of what others have done,
        my steps have remained firmly in your paths.
        My feet have not slipped.
I have called on you because you answer me, O El.
    Turn your ear toward me.
    Hear what I have to say.

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Though people tried to bribe me,
    I have kept myself from the ways of the violent
    through what your lips have commanded.
My steps have held to your paths;(A)
    my feet have not stumbled.(B)

I call on you, my God, for you will answer me;(C)
    turn your ear to me(D) and hear my prayer.(E)

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