97:1 The LORD reigns; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of islands be glad. |
97:2 Clouds and darkness are all around 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 up the world; the earth saw and trembled. |
97:5 The mountains melted 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 people see His glory. |
97:7 All those who serve graven images are ashamed who boast themselves in idols; bow down to Him, all you gods. |
97:8 Zion heard and was glad; and the daughters of Judah rejoiced because of Your judgments, O LORD, |
97:9 For You, LORD, are most high above all the earth; You are exalted high 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 ones, and praise His holy name. |