Psalms, 18
The works of God shew forth his glory: his law is greatly to be esteemed and loved.
Coeli enarrant.
[1] Unto the end. A Psalm for David. •
[2] The heavens shew forth the glory of God, and the firmament declareth the work of his hands. •
[3] Day to day uttereth speech, and night to night sheweth knowledge. •
[4] There are no speeches nor languages, where their voices are not heard. •
[5] Their sound hath gone forth into all the earth: and their words unto the ends of the world. •
[6] He hath set his tabernacle in the sun: and he as a bridegroom coming out of his bridechamber, Hath rejoiced as a giant to run the way: •
[7] His going out is from the end of heaven, And his circuit even to the end thereof: and there is no one that can hide himself from his heat. •
[8] The law of the Lord is unspotted, converting souls: the testimony of the Lord is faithful, giving wisdom to little ones. •
[9] The justices of the Lord are right, rejoicing hearts: the commandment of the Lord is lightsome, enlightening the eyes. •
[10] The fear of the Lord is holy, enduring for ever and ever: the judgments of the Lord are true, justified in themselves. •
[11] More to be desired than gold and many precious stones: and sweeter than honey and the honeycomb. •
[12] For thy servant keepeth them, and in keeping them there is a great reward. •
[13] Who can understand sins? from my secret ones cleanse me, O Lord: •
[14] And from those of others spare thy servant. If they shall have no dominion over me, then shall I be without spot: and I shall be cleansed from the greatest sin. •
[15] And the words of my mouth shall be such as may please: and the meditation of my heart always in thy sight. O Lord, my helper and my Redeemer. •