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