Psalms 112

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10 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.

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