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Psalms 112
Psalm 112 is the companion piece to Psalm 111 — where that psalm named the works of Jehovah, this one names the fruit of the man who fears Him. Covenant faithfulness produces a lineage consequence: the seed of the righteous man becomes mighty on the earth, and his righteousness is inherited across generations, not merely credited to him alone. Light rises for the upright in darkness, his affairs are guided by discretion, his heart is anchored in Jehovah and unmoved by evil report. His horn — the emblem of governmental and priestly authority — is exalted, while the wicked who observe it are consumed by what they cannot obtain.
1
Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.
2
His seed shall be mighty upon earth: the generation of the upright shall be blessed.
3
Wealth and riches shall be in his house: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4
Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.
5
A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.
6
Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
7
He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.
8
His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see his desire upon his enemies.
9
He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour.
10
The wicked shall see it, and be grieved; he shall gnash with his teeth, and melt away: the desire of the wicked shall perish.
