112:1
Alleluia! How blessed is anyone who fears Yahweh, who delights in his commandments!
112:2
His descendants shall be powerful on earth, the race of the honest shall receive blessings:
112:3
Riches and wealth for his family; his uprightness stands firm for ever.
112:4
For the honest he shines as a lamp in the dark, generous, tender-hearted, and upright.
112:5
All goes well for one who lends generously, who is honest in all his dealing;
112:6
for all time to come he will not stumble, for all time to come the upright will be remembered.
112:7
Bad news holds no fears for him, firm is his heart, trusting in Yahweh.
112:8
His heart held steady, he has no fears, till he can gloat over his enemies.
112:9
To the needy he gives without stint, his uprightness stands firm for ever; his reputation is founded on strength.
112:10
The wicked are vexed at the sight, they grind their teeth and waste away. The desires of the wicked will be frustrated.
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