112:1 Praise the LORD. Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in his commandments!
112:2 His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
112:3 Wealth and riches are in his house; and his righteousness endures for ever.
112:4 Light rises in the darkness for the upright; the LORD is gracious, merciful, and righteous.
112:5 It is well with the man who deals generously and lends, who conducts his affairs with justice.
112:6 For the righteous will never be moved; he will be remembered for ever.
112:7 He is not afraid of evil tidings; his heart is firm, trusting in the LORD.
112:8 His heart is steady, he will not be afraid, until he sees his desire on his adversaries.
112:9 He has distributed freely, he has given to the poor; his righteousness endures for ever; his horn is exalted in honor.
112:10 The wicked man sees it and is angry; he gnashes his teeth and melts away; the desire of the wicked man comes to nought.
Previous Chapter | Next Chapter
Terms of Use
This web tool was created by Eastern Orthodox Christian author Jonathan "C.J.S." Hayward: visit the main theology, literature, and books site!