1 The LORD reigns; Let the earth rejoice; Let the multitude of isles be glad! |
2 Clouds and darkness surround Him; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. |
3 A fire goes before Him, And burns up His enemies round about. |
4 His lightnings light the world; The earth sees and trembles. |
5 The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD, At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. |
6 The heavens declare His righteousness, And all the peoples see His glory. |
7 Let all be put to shame who serve carved images, Who boast of idols. Worship Him, all you gods. |
8 Zion hears and is glad, And the daughters of Judah rejoice Because of Your judgments, O LORD. |
9 For You, LORD, are most high above all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. |
10 You who love the LORD, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked. |
11 Light is sown for the righteous, And gladness for the upright in heart. |
12 Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous, And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name. |