God's Glory in Creation and the Law

To the leader. A Psalm of David.

1The heavens are telling the glory of God;

and the firmament19.1 Or dome proclaims his handiwork.

2Day to day pours forth speech,

and night to night declares knowledge.

3There is no speech, nor are there words;

their voice is not heard;

4yet their voice19.4 Gk Jerome Compare Syr: Heb line goes out through all the earth,

and their words to the end of the world.

In the heavens19.4 Heb In them he has set a tent for the sun,

5which comes out like a bridegroom from his wedding canopy,

and like a strong man runs its course with joy.

6Its rising is from the end of the heavens,

and its circuit to the end of them;

and nothing is hidden from its heat.

7The law of the LORD is perfect,

reviving the soul;

the decrees of the LORD are sure,

making wise the simple;

8the precepts of the LORD are right,

rejoicing the heart;

the commandment of the LORD is clear,

enlightening the eyes;

9the fear of the LORD is pure,

enduring for ever;

the ordinances of the LORD are true

and righteous altogether.

10More to be desired are they than gold,

even much fine gold;

sweeter also than honey,

and drippings of the honeycomb.

11Moreover by them is your servant warned;

in keeping them there is great reward.

12But who can detect their errors?

Clear me from hidden faults.

13Keep back your servant also from the insolent;19.13 Or from proud thoughts

do not let them have dominion over me.

Then I shall be blameless,

and innocent of great transgression.

14Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart

be acceptable to you,

O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.