Psalms 111

1 Alleluia. I will confess to you, O Lord, with my whole heart, in the council of the just and in the congregation.

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

2 Great are the works of the Lord, exquisite in all his intentions.

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

3 Confession and magnificence are his work. And his justice remains from age to age.

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

4 He has created a memorial to his wonders; he is a merciful and compassionate Lord.

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

5 He has given food to those who fear him. He will be mindful of his covenant in every age.

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

6 He will announce the virtue of his works to his people,

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

7 so that he may give them the inheritance of the nations. The works of his hands are truth and judgment.

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

8 All his commands are faithful: confirmed from age to age, created in truth and fairness.

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

9 He has sent redemption upon his people. He has commanded his covenant for all eternity. Holy and terrible is his name.

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 beginning of wisdom. A good understanding is for all who do it. His praise remains from age to age.

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