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