[1] The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the many islands and coastlands be glad. [2] Clouds and thick darkness surround Him [as at Sinai]; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. [3] Fire goes before Him And burns up His adversaries on all sides. [4] His lightnings have illuminated the world; The earth has seen and trembled. [5] The mountains melted like wax at the presence of the LORD, At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. [6] The heavens declare His righteousness, And all the peoples see His glory and brilliance. [7] Let all those be [deeply] ashamed who serve carved images, Who boast in idols. Worship Him, all you gods! [8] Zion heard this and was glad, And the daughters (cities) of Judah rejoiced [in relief] Because of Your judgments, O LORD. [9] For You are the LORD Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. [10] You who love the LORD, hate evil; He protects the souls of His godly ones (believers), He rescues them from the hand of the wicked. [11] Light is sown [like seed] for the righteous and illuminates their path, And [irrepressible] joy [is spread] for the upright in heart [who delight in His favor and protection]. [12] Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones [those whose moral and spiritual integrity places them in right standing with God], And praise and give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name.
