Psalms 97

1The Lord is King, let the earth have joy; let all the sea-lands be glad.● 2Dark clouds are round him; his kingdom is based on righteousness and right judging.● 3Fire goes before him, burning up all those who are against him round about.● 4His bright flames give light to the world; the earth saw it with fear.● 5The mountains became like wax at the coming of the Lord, at the coming of the Lord of all the earth.● 6The heavens gave out the news of his righteousness, and all the people saw his glory.● 7Shamed be all those who give worship to images, and take pride in false gods; give him worship, all you gods.● 8Zion gave ear and was glad; and the daughters of Judah were full of joy, because of your decisions, O Lord.● 9For you, Lord, are most high over the earth; you are lifted up over all other gods.● 10You 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.● 11Light is shining on the lovers of righteousness, and for the upright in heart there is joy.● 12Be glad in the Lord, you upright men; praising the memory of his holy name.●