Psalm 111[a]

 

 

1                    Praise the LORD.[b]  I will extol the LORD with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly.

 

2                    Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them.

 

3                    Glorious and majestic are His deeds, and His righteousness endures forever.

 

4                    He has caused His wonders to be remembered; the LORD is gracious and compassionate.

 

5                    He provides food for those who fear Him; He remembers His covenant forever.

 

6                    He has shown His people the power of His works, giving them the lands of other nations.

 

7                    The works of His hands are faithful and just; all His precepts are trustworthy.

 

8                    They are steadfast for ever and ever, done in faithfulness and uprightness.

 

9                    He provided redemption for His people; He ordained His covenant forever—holy and awesome is His name.

 

10               The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts have good understanding.  To Him belongs eternal praise.