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.

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

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

The LORD’s works are great, pondered by all those who delight in them.

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

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

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

He has caused his wonderful works to be remembered. The LORD is gracious and merciful.

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

He has given food to those who fear him. He always remembers his covenant.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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