English Standard Version | NET Bible |
1Praise the LORD! I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart, in the company of the upright, in the congregation. | 1Praise the LORD! I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the godly and the congregation. |
2Great are the works of the LORD, studied by all who delight in them. | 2The LORD's deeds are great, eagerly awaited by all who desire them. |
3Full of splendor and majesty is his work, and his righteousness endures forever. | 3His work is majestic and glorious, and his faithfulness endures forever. |
4He has caused his wondrous works to be remembered; the LORD is gracious and merciful. | 4He does amazing things that will be remembered; the LORD is merciful and compassionate. |
5He provides food for those who fear him; he remembers his covenant forever. | 5He gives food to his faithful followers; he always remembers his covenant. |
6He has shown his people the power of his works, in giving them the inheritance of the nations. | 6He announced that he would do mighty deeds for his people, giving them a land that belonged to other nations. |
7The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy; | 7His acts are characterized by faithfulness and justice; all his precepts are reliable. |
8they are established forever and ever, to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness. | 8They are forever firm, and should be faithfully and properly carried out. |
9He sent redemption to his people; he has commanded his covenant forever. Holy and awesome is his name! | 9He delivered his people; he ordained that his covenant be observed forever. His name is holy and awesome. |
10The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever! | 10To obey the LORD is the fundamental principle for wise living; all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight. He will receive praise forever. |
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