Psalms 112

1 Praise the Lord! Happy are those who respect the Lord, who love to do what he says!

Hallelujah. Happy are those who fear the Lord, and greatly delight in his commandments.

2 Their descendants will prosper in the land; the children of those who do good will be blessed.

Mighty on earth shall be their seed; a blessing shall rest on the race of the upright.

3 Their families will be wealthy; the good they do has eternal results.

Wealth and riches are in their houses, their prosperity stands forever.

4 Light shines in the darkness for those who live right, for those who are gracious, compassionate, and good.

To the upright arises light in the darkness; full of favor and pity and kindness are they.

5 Good things come to those who are generous in their lending and are honest in doing business.

It is well with those who show pity and lend, who support all their affairs upon justice.

6 They will never fall. Those who live right won't be forgotten.

For they will never be shaken; the just will be forever remembered.

7 They aren't afraid of bad news because they rely totally on the Lord.

They will not be afraid of evil tidings, with steady heart they trust the Lord.

8 They are confident and brave, and see their enemies defeated.

Their heart is firm and unafraid: they know they will feast their eyes on their enemies.

9 They share generously, giving to the poor; the good they do has eternal results. They are greatly respected.

With lavish hands they give to the poor, and their prosperity stands forever. They are lifted to heights of triumph and honor.

10 The wicked observe all this and are mad; they gnash their teeth in anger. They waste away, and all that they hoped for comes to nothing.

The sight of them fills the wicked with anger: grinding their teeth with despair. The hopes of the wicked will come to nothing.