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Psalms Chapter 111 (JPS)

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Psalms Chapter 111 (JPS)
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1 Hallelujah. I will give thanks unto HaShem with my whole heart, in the council of the upright, and in the congregation.

2 The works of HaShem are great, sought out of all them that have delight therein.

3 His work is glory and majesty; and His righteousness endureth for ever.

4 He hath made a memorial for His wonderful works; HaShem is gracious and full of compassion.

5 He hath given food unto them that fear Him; He will ever be mindful of His covenant.

6 He hath declared to His people the power of His works, in giving them the heritage of the nations.

7 The works of His hands are truth and justice; all His precepts are sure.

8 They are established for ever and ever, they are done in truth and uprightness.

9 He hath sent redemption unto His people; He hath commanded His covenant for ever; Holy and awful is His name.

10 The fear of HaShem is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all they that do thereafter; His praise endureth for ever.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main theme of Psalm 111?
It's a praise psalm celebrating the greatness of God's works, his covenant faithfulness, and his provision for his people (vv.2-9).
What does verse 10 mean by "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom"?
V.10 states that reverence for God is the starting point of wisdom, adding that "a good understanding have all they that do his commandments." A near-identical line opens Proverbs 1:7.
What specific works of God does the psalm mention?
It highlights God giving "meat unto them that fear him" (v.5), remembering his covenant, and sending "redemption unto his people" (v.9).

Today's Verse

but there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, and he hath made known to the king Nebuchadnezzar what shall be in the latter days. Thy dream, and the visions of thy head upon thy bed, are these:

Daniel 2:28 | ASV

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