Psalms 111

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

Praise JAH. 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.

Jehovah's works are great, pondered by all those who delight in them.

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

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

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

He has caused 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 always remembers 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 ordained his covenant forever. His name is holy and awesome.

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. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever.