[1] The Lord reigns, may the earth rejoice; May the many islands be joyful. [2] Clouds and thick darkness surround Him; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. [3] Fire goes before Him And burns up His enemies all around. [4] His lightning lit up the world; The earth saw it 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 have seen His glory. [7] May all those be ashamed who serve carved images, Who boast in idols; Worship Him, all you gods. [8] Zion heard this and was joyful, And the daughters of Judah have rejoiced Because of Your judgments, Lord. [9] For You are the Lord Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods. [10] Hate evil, you who love the Lord, Who watches over the souls of His godly ones; He saves them from the hand of the wicked. [11] Light is sown like seed for the righteous, And gladness for the upright in heart. [12] Be joyful in the Lord, you righteous ones, And praise the mention of His holy name.
