The Message Bible MSG
World English Bible WEB
1 Hallelujah! Blessed man, blessed woman, who fear God, Who cherish and relish his commandments,
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Praise Yah! Blessed is the man who fears Yahweh, Who delights greatly in his commandments.
2 Their children robust on the earth, And the homes of the upright - how blessed!
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His seed will be mighty on earth. The generation of the upright will be blessed.
3 Their houses brim with wealth And a generosity that never runs dry.
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Wealth and riches are in his house. His righteousness endures forever.
4 Sunrise breaks through the darkness for good people - God's grace and mercy and justice!
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Light dawns in the darkness for the upright, Gracious, merciful, and righteous.
5 The good person is generous and lends lavishly;
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It is well with the man who deals graciously and lends. He will maintain his cause in judgment.
6 No shuffling or stumbling around for this one, But a sterling and solid and lasting reputation.
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For he will never be shaken. The righteous will be remembered forever.
7 Unfazed by rumor and gossip, Heart ready, trusting in God,
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He will not be afraid of evil news. His heart is steadfast, trusting in Yahweh.
8 Spirit firm, unperturbed, Ever blessed, relaxed among enemies,
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His heart is established. He will not be afraid in the end when he sees his adversaries.
9 They lavish gifts on the poor - A generosity that goes on, and on, and on. An honored life! A beautiful life!
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He has dispersed, he has given to the poor. His righteousness endures forever. His horn will be exalted with honor.
10 Someone wicked takes one look and rages, Blusters away but ends up speechless. There's nothing to the dreams of the wicked. Nothing.
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The wicked will see it, and be grieved. He shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away. The desire of the wicked will perish.