1 P raise the Lord! Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, Who delights greatly in His commandments.

2 H is descendants will be mighty on earth; The generation of the upright will be blessed.

3 W ealth and riches will be in his house, And his righteousness endures forever.

4 U nto the upright there arises light in the darkness; He is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.

5 A good man deals graciously and lends; He will guide his affairs with discretion.

6 S urely he will never be shaken; The righteous will be in everlasting remembrance.

7 H e will not be afraid of evil tidings; His heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord.

8 H is heart is established; He will not be afraid, Until he sees his desire upon his enemies.

9 H e has dispersed abroad, He has given to the poor; His righteousness endures forever; His horn will be exalted with honor.

10 T he wicked will see it and be grieved; He will gnash his teeth and melt away; The desire of the wicked shall perish.