The Blessings of the Just
Hallelujah!
Blessed the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in his commands.
His descendants shall be mighty in the land,
a generation of the upright will be blessed.
Wealth and riches shall be in his house; his righteousness shall endure forever.
Light shines through the darkness for the upright; gracious, compassionate, and righteous.
It is good for the man gracious in lending, who conducts his affairs with justice.
For he shall never be shaken; the righteous shall be remembered forever.
He shall not fear an ill report; his heart is steadfast, trusting the Lord.
His heart is tranquil, without fear, till at last he looks down on his foes.
Lavishly he gives to the poor; his righteousness shall endure forever; his horn shall be exalted in honor.
The wicked sees and is angry; gnashes his teeth and wastes away; the desire of the wicked come to nothing.