Psalms 112

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

Praise Yahweh. Blessed is the man who obeys Yahweh, who greatly delights in his commandments.

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

His descendants will be powerful on earth; the descendants of the godly man will be blessed.

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

Wealth and riches are in his house; his righteousness will endure forever.

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

Light shines in the darkness for the godly person; he is gracious, merciful, and just.

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

It goes well for the man who deals graciously and lends money, who conducts his affairs with honesty.

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

For he will never be moved; the righteous person will be remembered forever.

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

He does not fear bad news; he is confident, trusting in Yahweh.

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

His heart is tranquil, without fear, until he looks in triumph over his adversaries.

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

He generously gives to the poor; his righteousness endures forever; he will be exalted with honor.

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

The wicked person will see this and be angry; he will grind his teeth in rage and he will melt away; the desire of the wicked people will perish.