Psalm 112¹⁸

112:1 Praise the LORD!
How happy is the one¹ who obeys² the LORD,
who takes great delight in keeping his commands.³
112:2 His offspring will be powerful on the earth,
the godly⁴ will be blessed.
112:3 His house contains wealth and riches,
his integrity endures.⁵
112:4 In the darkness a light⁶ shines for the godly,
for each one who is merciful, compassionate and just.⁷
112:5 It goes well for the one⁸ who generously lends money,
and conducts his business honestly.⁹
112:6 For he will never be upended,
others will always remember a just man.¹⁰
112:7 He does not fear bad news.
He¹¹ is confident, he trusts¹² in the LORD.
112:8 His resolve¹³ is firm, he will not succumb to fear,
before he looks in triumph upon his enemies.
112:9 He generously gives¹⁴ to the needy,
his integrity endures.¹⁵
He will be vindicated and honored.¹⁶
112:10 When the wicked¹⁷ will see this, they will worry,
they will grind their teeth in frustration¹⁸ and melt away,
the desire of the wicked will perish.¹⁹