1 T he Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the many islands be glad.

2 C louds and thick darkness surround Him; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne.

3 F ire goes before Him And burns up His adversaries round about.

4 H is lightnings lit up the world; The earth saw and trembled.

5 T he mountains melted like wax at the presence of the Lord, At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

6 T he heavens declare His righteousness, And all the peoples have seen His glory.

7 L et all those be ashamed who serve graven images, Who boast themselves of idols; Worship Him, all you gods.

8 Z ion heard this and was glad, And the daughters of Judah have rejoiced Because of Your judgments, O Lord.

9 F or You are the Lord Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods.

10 H ate evil, you who love the Lord, Who preserves the souls of His godly ones; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

11 L ight is sown like seed for the righteous And gladness for the upright in heart.

12 B e glad in the Lord, you righteous ones, And give thanks to His holy name.