97:1  The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the many islands show gladness.

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

97:3  Fire goes before Him And burns up His adversaries round about.

97:4  His lightnings lit 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 peoples have seen His glory.

97:7  Let all those feel ashamed who serve graven images, Who boast themselves of idols; Worship Him, all you gods.

97:8  Zion heard this and felt glad, And the daughters of Judah have rejoiced Because of Your judgments, O LORD.

97:9  We regard You as the LORD Most High over all the earth; You have exaltation far above all gods.

97:10  Hate evil, you who love the LORD, Who preserves the souls of His godly ones; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked.

97:11  God sows light like seed for the righteous And gladness for the upright in heart.

97:12  Show gladness in the LORD, you righteous ones, And give thanks to His holy name.