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.
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Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.
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He shall not be afraid of evil tidings: his heart is fixed, trusting in the LORD.
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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.
Psalms 112 Study & Commentary
Overview & Chapter Summary
Psalm 112 describes the character and blessings of the man who fears the Lord. He is generous, righteous, and "shall not be afraid of evil tidings."
Theological Context & Insights
CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS
1. Steadfastness in Bad News: The righteous person is not shaken by "evil tidings" because his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord (v. 7).
2. Generosity: He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor (v. 9). Godly character is evidenced by a lifestyle of giving.
Practical Lessons & Daily Application
FORMAL PRAYER
Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord. Grant us, O Lord, to be upright in heart and a light in the darkness. Amen.