Chapter 18

The works of God shew forth his glory; his law is to be esteemed and loved.

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   Unto the end. A psalm for David.

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   The heavens shew forth the glory of God, and the firmament declareth the work of his hands.

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   Day to day uttereth speech, and night to night sheweth knowledge.

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   There are no speeches nor languages, where their voices are not heard.

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   Their sound hath gone forth into all the earth: and their words unto the ends of the world.

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   He hath set his tabernacle in the sun: and he as a bridegroom coming out of his bride-chamber,

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   His going out is from the end of heaven,

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   The law of the Lord is unspotted, converting souls: the testimony of the Lord is faithful, giving wisdom to little ones.

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   The justices of the Lord are right, rejoicing hearts: the commandment of the Lord is lightsome, enlightening the eyes.

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    The fear of the Lord is holy, enduring for ever and ever: the judgments of the Lord are true, justified in themselves.

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    More to be desired than gold and many precious stones: and sweeter than honey and the honeycomb.

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    For thy servant keepeth them, and in keeping them there is a great reward.

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    Who can understand sins? from my secret ones cleanse me, O Lord: 14 and from those of others spare thy servant.

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    And the words of my mouth shall be such as may please: and the meditation of my heart always in thy sight.