Blessed is the man who fears the Lord
(Psalm 128:1-6)
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Praise ye the Lord . Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord , that delighteth greatly in his commandments.(a)
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His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
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Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
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Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
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A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.(b)
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Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
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He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord .
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His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.
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He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.
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The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
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