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Yahweh is king! Let earth rejoice, the many isles be glad!
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Cloud, black cloud enfolds him, saving justice and judgement the foundations of his throne.
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Fire goes before him, sets ablaze his enemies all around;
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his lightning-flashes light up the world, the earth sees it and quakes.
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The mountains melt like wax, before the Lord of all the earth.
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The heavens proclaim his saving justice, all nations see his glory.
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Shame on all who serve images, who pride themselves on their idols; bow down to him, all you gods!
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Zion hears and is glad, the daughters of Judah exult, because of your judgements, Yahweh.
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For you are Yahweh, Most High over all the earth, far transcending all gods.
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Yahweh loves those who hate evil, he keeps safe his faithful, rescues them from the clutches of the wicked.
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Light dawns for the upright, and joy for honest hearts.
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Rejoice in Yahweh, you who are upright, praise his unforgettable holiness.
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