“Thus, then, as if giving a reason why he had cause to weep much, and to mourn deeply for his sin, he says, "Righteous are You, O Lord, and true is Your judgment" [Psalm 119:137]. "You have commanded Your testimonies, righteousness, and Your truth exceedingly" [Psalm 119:138]. This righteousness of God and righteous ju…”
Augustine of Hippo, 5th c. — Exposition on Psalm 119
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138Thy testimonies that thou hast commanded are righteous and very faithful.
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136Rivers of waters run down mine eyes, because they keep not thy law.
137Righteous art thou, O LORD, and upright are thy judgments.
— Psalms 119:138 —
139My zeal hath consumed me, because mine enemies have forgotten thy words.
140Thy word is very pure: therefore thy servant loveth it.