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Why did he say "Avdecha Ani [Havineni]"?
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Radak: I request to learn only for the sake of Your Avodah. Therefore, make me understand the essence and reasons [of Your Edos].
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Malbim: Make me understand Your Edos until I will know them clearly. This does not require Chesed. You are obligated to do so, for I am Avdecha! A master explains to his slave his exposed conduct.