Halelujah! Happy are they who fear the Lord and have great delight in his commandments!
2. Their descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.
3. Wealth and riches will be in their house, and their righteousness will last for ever.
4. Light shines in the darkness for the upright; the righteous are merciful and full of compassion.
Halelujah! Happy are they who fear the Lord and have great delight in his commandments!
5. It is good for them to be generous in lending and to manage their affairs with justice.
6. For they will never be shaken; the righteous will be kept in everlasting remembrance.
7. They will not be afraid of any evil rumors; their heart is right; they put their trust in the Lord.
Halelujah! Happy are they who fear the Lord and have great delight in his commandments!
8. Their heart is established and will not shrink, until they see their desire upon their enemies.
9. They have given freely to the poor, and their righteousness stands fast for ever; they will hold up their head with honor.
Halelujah! Happy are they who fear the Lord and have great delight in his commandments!