Psalms 111

1 Alleluia. I will confess to you, O Lord, with my whole heart, in the council of the just and in the congregation.

Praise Yahweh. I will give thanks to Yahweh with my whole heart in the assembly of the upright, in their gathering.

2 Great are the works of the Lord, exquisite in all his intentions.

The works of Yahweh are great, eagerly awaited by all those who desire them.

3 Confession and magnificence are his work. And his justice remains from age to age.

His work is majestic and glorious, and his righteousness endures forever.

4 He has created a memorial to his wonders; he is a merciful and compassionate Lord.

He does wonderful things that will be remembered; Yahweh is gracious and merciful.

5 He has given food to those who fear him. He will be mindful of his covenant in every age.

He gives food to his faithful followers. He will always call to mind his covenant.

6 He will announce the virtue of his works to his people,

He showed his powerful works to his people in giving them the inheritance of the nations.

7 so that he may give them the inheritance of the nations. The works of his hands are truth and judgment.

The works of his hands are trustworthy and just; all his instructions are reliable.

8 All his commands are faithful: confirmed from age to age, created in truth and fairness.

They are established forever, to be observed faithfully and properly.

9 He has sent redemption upon his people. He has commanded his covenant for all eternity. Holy and terrible is his name.

He gave victory to his people; he ordained his covenant forever; holy and awesome is his name.

10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. A good understanding is for all who do it. His praise remains from age to age.

To honor Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom; those who carry out his instructions have good understanding. His praise endures forever.