Psalms 19:1-13 ▼

1 The heavens are declaring the glory of God, and their expanse shows the work of his hands.

2 Day after day they pour forth speech, night after night they reveal knowledge.

3 There is no speech nor are there words— their voice is not heard—

4 yet their message goes out into all the world, and their words to the ends of the earth. He has set up a tent for the sun in the heavens,

5 which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, or like a champion who rejoices at the beginning of a race.

6 Its circuit is from one end of the sky to the other, and nothing is hidden from its heat.

7 The Law of the LORD is perfect, restoring life. The testimony of the LORD is steadfast, making foolish people wise.

8 The precepts of the LORD are upright, making the heart rejoice. The commandment of the LORD is pure, giving light to the eyes.

9 The fear of the LORD is clean, standing forever. The judgments of the LORD are true; they are altogether righteous.

10 They are more desirable than gold, even much fine gold. They are sweeter than honey, even the drippings from a honeycomb.

11 Moreover your servant is warned by them; and there is great reward in keeping them.

12 Who can detect his own mistake? Cleanse me from hidden sin.

13 Preserve your servant from arrogant people; do not let them rule over me. Then I will be upright and acquitted of great wickedness.