Blessed are those who revere the Lord,
who find great joy in His commandments.
Their descendants will be mighty in the land;
the generation of the upright will be blessed.
Wealth and riches are in their homes, a
nd their righteousness endures throughout all time.
Light shines in the darkness for the upright;
the gracious, the compassionate, and the just.
Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely,
who conduct their affairs with justice.
Surely they will never be shaken;
the righteous will be remembered forever.
They will not fear bad news;
their hearts are steadfast,
trusting in the Lord.
Their hearts are secure,
they will not be afraid; in the end,
they will look in triumph on their adversaries.
They give freely to those in need;
their righteousness endures throughout all time,
and their strength is lifted high in honor.
The wicked see and are troubled;
they gnash their teeth and fade away.
The longing of the wicked comes to nothing.