Psalms 111

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

9 He has sent redemption to his people. He has ordained his covenant forever. His name is holy and awesome.

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

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever.

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