Psalms 111

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

Praise ye Jehovah. I will give thanks to Jehovah with my whole heart, in the council of the upright, and in the congregation.

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

The works of Jehovah are great, sought out by all those who have pleasure in it.

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

His work is honor and majesty, and his righteousness endures forever.

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

He has made his wonderful works to be remembered. Jehovah is gracious and merciful.

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

He has given food to those who fear him. He will ever be mindful of his covenant.

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

He has shown his people the power of his works, in giving them the heritage of the nations.

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

The works of his hands are truth and justice. All his precepts are sure.

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

They are established forever and ever. They are done in truth and uprightness.

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

He has sent redemption to his people. He has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and reverend is his name.

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

The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom, and all who act accordingly have a good understanding. His praise endures forever.