97:1  The LORD reigns;
Let the earth rejoice;
Let the multitude of isles be glad!

97:2  Clouds and darkness surround Him;
Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne.

97:3  A fire goes before Him,
And burns up His enemies round about.

97:4  His lightnings light the world;
The earth sees and trembles.

97:5  The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD,
At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.

97:6  The heavens declare His righteousness,
And all the peoples see His glory.

97:7  Let all be put to shame who serve carved images,
Who boast of idols.
Worship Him, all you gods.

97:8  Zion hears and is glad,
And the daughters of Judah rejoice
Because of Your judgments, O LORD.

97:9  For You, LORD, are most high above all the earth;
You are exalted far above all gods.

97:10  You who love the LORD, hate evil!
He preserves the souls of His saints;
He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked.

97:11  Light is sown for the righteous,
And gladness for the upright in heart.

97:12  Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous,
And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name.