Psalm 111
NET Bible
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 the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the godly and the congregation.
2The Lord’s deeds are great, eagerly awaited by all who desire them.
3His work is majestic and glorious, and his faithfulness endures forever.
4He does amazing things that will be remembered; the Lord is merciful and compassionate.
5He gives food to his faithful followers; he always remembers his covenant.
6He announced that he would do mighty deeds for his people, giving them a land that belonged to other nations.
7His acts are characterized by faithfulness and justice; all his precepts are reliable.
8They are forever firm, and should be faithfully and properly carried out.
9He delivered his people; he ordained that his covenant be observed forever. His name is holy and awesome.
10To obey the Lord is the fundamental principle for wise living; all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight. He will receive praise forever.
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