Yahweh’s Creation and Law

For the music director. A psalm of David.

1 The heavens are telling the glory of God,

and the firmament proclaims the work of his hands.

2 Every daythey pour forth speech,

and every nightthey tell knowledge.

3 There is no speech and there are no words;

their sound is inaudible.

4 Yet in all the world their linegoes out,

and their words to the end of the world.

In themhe has pitched a tent for the sun,

5 and it is like a bridegroom

who comes out of his bridal chamber.

It is glad like a strong man

to run its course.

6 Its rising is from oneend of the heavens

and its circuit to the other endof them;

and nothing is hidden from its heat.

7 The law of Yahweh is perfect, reviving life.

The testimony of Yahweh is firm, making wise the simple.

8 The precepts of Yahweh are right, making the heart rejoice.

The command of Yahweh is pure, enlightening the eyes.

9 The fear of Yahweh is pure, enduring forever.

The ordinances of Yahweh are true; they are righteous altogether,

10 more desirable than gold, even much fine gold;

and sweeter than honey, even honey in the comb.

11 Moreover, your servant is warnedby them;

in keeping them is great reward.

12 Who can perceive his errors?

Acquit me from hidden faults.

13 Also, keep back your servant from arrogant sins;

let them not rule over me.

Then I shall be blameless,

and I shall be innocent of great transgression.

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

be acceptable in your presence,

O Yahweh, my rock and my redeemer.