1 The heavens proclaim the glory of God.The skies display his craftsmanship.
2 Day after day they continue to speak;night after night they make him known.
3 They speak without a sound or word;their voice is never heard.
4 Yet their message has gone throughout the earth,and their words to all the world.God has made a home in the heavens for the sun.
5 It bursts forth like a radiant bridegroom after his wedding.It rejoices like a great athlete eager to run the race.
6 The sun rises at one end of the heavensand follows its course to the other end.Nothing can hide from its heat.
7 The instructions of the lord are perfect,reviving the soul.The decrees of the lord are trustworthy,making wise the simple.
8 The commandments of the lord are right,bringing joy to the heart.The commands of the lord are clear,giving insight for living.
9 Reverence for the lord is pure,lasting forever.The laws of the lord are true;each one is fair.
10 They are more desirable than gold,even the finest gold.They are sweeter than honey,even honey dripping from the comb.
11 They are a warning to your servant,a great reward for those who obey them.
12 How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart?Cleanse me from these hidden faults.
13 Keep your servant from deliberate sins!Don’t let them control me.Then I will be free of guiltand innocent of great sin.
14 May the words of my mouthand the meditation of my heartbe pleasing to you,O lord, my rock and my redeemer.