1 How blest are those who fear the LORD
and greatly love God’s holy will.
2 Their children share their great reward,
and blessings all their days shall fill.
3 Abounding wealth shall bless their home,
their righteousness fore’er endure.
4 When times grow dark and all is gloom,
the light of their mercy is pure.
5 The righteous generously lend
and justice for the poor maintain.
6 True peace shall their whole life attend,
and long shall their memory remain.
7 By evil tidings not dismayed,
the righteous trust in God alone.
8 Their heart is steadfast, unafraid,
for they shall see their foes o’erthrown.
9 Wealth they disburse among the poor,
their reputation shall abide.
10 The wicked look on and are sour;
they are swallowed up by their pride.
– cento
Oremus 