Psalm 97
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1The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the many coastlands be glad!1The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the distant shores be glad.
2Clouds and thick darkness are all around him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.2Clouds and darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are His throne’s foundation.
3Fire goes before him and burns up his adversaries all around.3Fire goes before Him and consumes His foes on every side.
4His lightnings light up the world; the earth sees and trembles.4His lightning illuminates the world; the earth sees and trembles.
5The mountains melt like wax before the LORD, before the Lord of all the earth.5The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD, before the Lord of all the earth.
6The heavens proclaim his righteousness, and all the peoples see his glory.6The heavens proclaim His righteousness; all the peoples see His glory.
7All worshipers of images are put to shame, who make their boast in worthless idols; worship him, all you gods!7All worshipers of images are put to shame—those who boast in idols. Worship Him, all you gods!
8Zion hears and is glad, and the daughters of Judah rejoice, because of your judgments, O LORD.8Zion hears and rejoices, and the towns of Judah exult because of Your judgments, O LORD.
9For you, O LORD, are most high over all the earth; you are exalted far above all gods.9For You, O LORD, are Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods.
10O you who love the LORD, hate evil! He preserves the lives of his saints; he delivers them from the hand of the wicked.10Hate evil, O you who love the LORD! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked.
11Light is sown for the righteous, and joy for the upright in heart.11Light shines on the righteous, gladness on the upright in heart.
12Rejoice in the LORD, O you righteous, and give thanks to his holy name!12Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name.
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