111:1 [This psalm is an acrostic poem, the lines of which begin with the successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet.] Praise the LORD. [Hebrew: Hallelu Yah] I will extol the LORD with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly.
111:2 Great are the works of the LORD they are pondered by all who delight in them.
111:3 Glorious and majestic are his deeds, and his righteousness endures for ever.
111:4 He has caused his wonders to be remembered the LORD is gracious and compassionate.
111:5 He provides food for those who fear him he remembers his covenant for ever.
111:6 He has shown his people the power of his works, giving them the lands of other nations.
111:7 The works of his hands are faithful and just all his precepts are trustworthy.
111:8 They are steadfast for ever and ever, done in faithfulness and uprightness.
111:9 He provided redemption for his people he ordained his covenant for ever holy and awesome is his name.
111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. 1389112 [THIS PSALM IS AN ACROSTIC POEM, THE LINES OF WHICH BEGIN WITH THE SUCCESSIVE LETTERS OF THE HEBREW ALPHABET.]