| 19 | Psalms | Passage |
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For the choirmaster Psalm Of David
The heavens declare the glory of God, the vault of heaven Proclaims his handiwork, |
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day discourses of it to day, night to night hands on the knowledge. |
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No utterance at all, no speech, not a sound to be heard, |
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but from the entire earth the design stands out, this message reaches the whole world. High above, he pitched a tent for the sun, |
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who comes forth from his pavilion like a bridegroom, delights like a champion in the course to be run. |
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Rising on the one horizon he runs his circuit to the other, and nothing can escape his heat. |
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The Law of Yahweh is perfect, refreshment to the soul; the decree of Yahweh is trustworthy, wisdom for the simple. |
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The precepts of Yahweh are honest, joy for the heart; the commandment of Yahweh is pure, light for the eyes. |
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| 9 |
The fear of Yahweh is pure, lasting for ever; the judgements of Yahweh are true, upright, every one, |
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more desirable than gold, even than the finest gold; his words are sweeter than honey, that drips from the comb. |
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| 11 |
Thus your servant is formed by them; observing them brings great reward. |
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But who can detect his own failings? Wash away my hidden faults. |
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| 13 |
And from pride preserve your servant, never let it be my master. So shall I be above reproach, free from grave sin. |
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| 14 |
May the words of my mouth always find favour, and the whispering of my heart, in your presence, Yahweh, my rock, my redeemer. |
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