Psalm 111
Literal Standard Version
Chapter overview
Psalm 111 praises majestic works, gracious provision, covenant faithfulness, and enduring justice. Careful communal remembrance leads to reverent wisdom, practiced understanding, and grateful praise that continues beyond a single generation.
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1Praise YAH! [ALEPH-BET] I thank YHWH with the whole heart, || In the secret meeting of the upright, || And of the congregation.
2Great [are] the works of YHWH, || Sought out by all desiring them.
3Splendid and majestic is His work, || And His righteousness is standing forever.
4He has made a memorial of His wonders, || YHWH [is] gracious and merciful.
5He has given prey to those fearing Him, || He remembers His covenant for all time.
6He has declared the power of His works to His people, || To give to them the inheritance of nations.
7The works of His hands [are] true and just, || All His appointments [are] steadfast.
8They are sustained forever and for all time. They are made in truth and uprightness.
9He has sent redemption to His people, || He has appointed His covenant for all time, || His Name [is] holy and fearful.
10The fear of YHWH [is] the beginning of wisdom, || Good understanding have all doing them, || His praise [is] standing forever!
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