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The Lord is King, let the earth have joy; let all the sea-lands be glad. |
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Dark clouds are round him; his kingdom is based on righteousness and right judging. |
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Fire goes before him, burning up all those who are against him round about. |
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His bright flames give light to the world; the earth saw it with fear. |
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The mountains became like wax at the coming of the Lord, at the coming of the Lord of all the earth. |
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The heavens gave out the news of his righteousness, and all the people saw his glory. |
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Shamed be all those who give worship to images, and take pride in false gods; give him worship, all you gods. |
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Zion gave ear and was glad; and the daughters of Judah were full of joy, because of your decisions, O Lord. |
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For you, Lord, are most high over the earth; you are lifted up over all other gods. |
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You who are lovers of the Lord, be haters of evil; he keeps the souls of his saints; he takes them out of the hand of sinners. |
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Light is shining on the lovers of righteousness, and for the upright in heart there is joy. |
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Be glad in the Lord, you upright men; praising the memory of his holy name. |