Psalms 97
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Psalm 97:1
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The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the many (Or {coastlands}) islands be glad.
Psalm 97:2
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Clouds and thick darkness surround Him; Righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne.
Psalm 97:3
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Fire goes before Him And burns up His adversaries round about.
Psalm 97:4
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His lightnings lit up the world; The earth saw and trembled.
Psalm 97:5
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The mountains melted like wax at the presence of the LORD, At the presence of the Lord of the whole earth.
Psalm 97:6
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The heavens declare His righteousness, And all the peoples have seen His glory.
Psalm 97:7
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Let all those be ashamed who serve graven images, Who boast themselves of idols; Worship Him, all you gods.
Psalm 97:8
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Zion heard {this} and was glad, And the daughters of Judah have rejoiced Because of Your judgments, O LORD.
Psalm 97:9
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For You are the LORD Most High over all the earth; You are exalted far above all gods.
Psalm 97:10
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Hate evil, you who love the LORD, Who preserves the souls of His godly ones; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked.
Psalm 97:11
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Light is sown {like seed} for the righteous And gladness for the upright in heart.
Psalm 97:12
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Be glad in the LORD, you righteous ones, And give thanks to His holy name.
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