The Complete Jewish Bible CJB
The Bible in Basic English BBE
1 Halleluyah! I will wholeheartedly give thanks to ADONAI in the council of the upright and in the assembly.
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Let the Lord be praised. I will give praise to the Lord with all my heart, among the upright, and in the meeting of the people.
2 The deeds of ADONAI are great, greatly desired by all who enjoy them.
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The works of the Lord are great, searched out by all those who have delight in them.
3 His work is full of majesty and splendor, and his righteousness continues forever.
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His work is full of honour and glory; and his righteousness is unchanging for ever.
4 He has gained renown for his wonders. ADONAI is merciful and compassionate.
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Certain for ever is the memory of his wonders: the Lord is full of pity and mercy.
5 He gives food to those who fear him. He remembers his covenant forever.
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He has given food to his worshippers; he will keep his agreement in mind for ever.
6 He shows his people how powerfully he works by giving them the nations as their heritage.
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He has made clear to his people the power of his works, giving them the heritage of the nations.
7 The works of his hands are truth and justice; all his precepts can be trusted.
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The works of his hands are faith and righteousness; all his laws are unchanging.
8 They have been established forever and ever, to be carried out truly and honestly.
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They are fixed for ever and ever, they are done in faith and righteousness.
9 He sent redemption to his people and decreed that his covenant should last forever. His name is holy and fearsome
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He has sent salvation to his people; he has given his word for ever: holy is his name and greatly to be feared.
10 the first and foremost point of wisdom is the fear of ADONAI; all those living by it gain good common sense. His praise stands forever.
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The fear of the Lord is the best part of wisdom: all those who keep his laws are wise: his praise is eternal.
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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