Psalms 19:1-13 ▼

1 For the one directing. A Psalm of David. The heavens are recounting the glory of God, and the firmament is declaring the work of and His hands.

2 Day after day it pours forth speech, and night after night it shows forth knowledge.

3 Without speech and without words, their voice not being heard,

4 their voice has gone out into all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. He has placed a tent in them for the sun,

5 and it is like a bridegroom going forth from his chamber, rejoicing like a strong man to run the path.

6 From one end of the heavens is his going forth, and his circuit is upon their ends, and there is nothing being hidden from his heat.

7 The law of YHWH is perfect, refreshing the soul; the testimony of YHWH is sure, making wise the simple.

8 The statutes of YHWH are straight, making glad the heart; the commandment of YHWH is pure, bringing light to the eyes.

9 The fear of YHWH is pure, standing forever; the judgments of YHWH are true, being righteous altogether,

10 being desired above gold, and much above pure gold, and sweeter than honey and flowing honey from the honeycomb.

11 Indeed, Your servant is warned by them; in keeping them is great reward.

12 Who can discern his errors? From the hidden cleanse me.

13 Also, hold back Your servant from proud things; may they not rule over me. Then I shall be complete, and cleansed of great transgression.