Psalms 111

1 Let the Lord be praised. I will give praise to the Lord with all my heart, among the upright, and in the meeting of the people.

Hallelujah. I will thank the Lord with all my heart, in the assembled congregation of his people.

2 The works of the Lord are great, searched out by all those who have delight in them.

Great are the things that the Lord has done, worthy of study by those who love them.

3 His work is full of honour and glory; and his righteousness is unchanging for ever.

Majestic and glorious is his work, and his righteousness abides forever.

4 Certain for ever is the memory of his wonders: the Lord is full of pity and mercy.

For his marvellous deeds he has won renown; the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.

5 He has given food to his worshippers; he will keep his agreement in mind for ever.

Food he gives to those who fear him, always he remembers his covenant.

6 He has made clear to his people the power of his works, giving them the heritage of the nations.

His mighty works he has shown to his people, in giving to them the nations for heritage.

7 The works of his hands are faith and righteousness; all his laws are unchanging.

All that he does is faithful and right, all his behests are firm and sure.

8 They are fixed for ever and ever, they are done in faith and righteousness.

They are established for ever and ever, executed with truth and uprightness.

9 He has sent salvation to his people; he has given his word for ever: holy is his name and greatly to be feared.

To his people he sent redemption, he has appointed his covenant forever. His name is holy and awe-inspiring.

10 The fear of the Lord is the best part of wisdom: all those who keep his laws are wise: his praise is eternal.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom those who keep it are wise indeed. His praise abides for ever and ever.