1 The LORD reigns. Let the earth rejoice. Let the multitude of islands be glad. NHEB — Psalm 97:1
2 Clouds and darkness are around him. Righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne. NHEB — Psalm 97:2
3 A fire goes before him, and burns up his adversaries on every side. NHEB — Psalm 97:3
4 His lightning lights up the world. The earth sees, and trembles. NHEB — Psalm 97:4
5 The mountains melt like wax at the presence of the LORD, at the presence of the Lord of the whole earth. NHEB — Psalm 97:5
6 The heavens declare his righteousness. All the peoples have seen his glory. NHEB — Psalm 97:6
7 Let all them be shamed who serve engraved images, who boast in their idols. Worship him, all you gods. NHEB — Psalm 97:7
8 Zion heard and was glad. The daughters of Judah rejoiced, because of your judgments, LORD. NHEB — Psalm 97:8
9 For you, LORD, are most high above all the earth. You are exalted far above all gods. NHEB — Psalm 97:9
10 You who love the LORD, hate evil. He preserves the souls of his faithful ones. He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked. NHEB — Psalm 97:10
11 Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. NHEB — Psalm 97:11
12 Be glad in the LORD, you righteous people. Give thanks to his holy Name. NHEB — Psalm 97:12