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Psalms

A collection of songs and prayers expressing a wide range of emotions and thoughts on faith.

Chapter 111

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1 Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.

*Praise the Lord! I will happily praise God with all my heart, surrounded by good people, and in a big group.

2 The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.

*The Lord's works are amazing, enjoyed by everyone who finds joy in them.

3 His work is honourable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever.

*His work is great and amazing, and his fairness lasts forever.

4 He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the LORD is gracious and full of compassion.

*He has created amazing things for us to remember: the LORD is kind and very caring.

5 He hath given meat unto them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant.

*He gives food to those who fear him; he always remembers his promise.

6 He hath shewed his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.

*He has shown his people the strength of his actions so that he can give them the land of the non-believers.

7 The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.

*His creations are true and fair, and his rules are always reliable.

8 They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.

*They firmly stay forever, and are truly honest and fair.

9 He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.

*He provided salvation for his people, commanding his eternal agreement. His name is holy and respected.

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.

*Fearing God leads to wisdom. Those who follow his rules have good understanding. His praise lasts forever.

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