[1] The LORD reigns! Let the earth rejoice; let the many coasts and islands be glad. [2] Clouds and total darkness surround him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne. [3] Fire goes before him and burns up his foes on every side. [4] His lightning lights up the world; the earth sees and trembles. [5] The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD- at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. [6] The heavens proclaim his righteousness; all the peoples see his glory. [7] All who serve carved images, those who boast in worthless idols, will be put to shame. All the gods must worship him. [8] Zion hears and is glad, Judah's villages rejoice because of your judgments, LORD. [9] For you, LORD, are the Most High over the whole earth; you are exalted above all the gods. [10] You who love the LORD, hate evil! He protects the lives of his faithful ones; he rescues them from the power of the wicked. [11] Light dawns for the righteous, gladness for the upright in heart. [12] Be glad in the LORD, you righteous ones, and give thanks to his holy name.
