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A maskil^[b] of Ethan the Ezrahite.

I will sing^(a) of the Lord 's great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known^(b) through all generations.

I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself.^(c)

You said, "I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to David my servant,

‘I will establish your line forever and make your throne firm through all generations.'"^[c](d)

The heavens^(e) praise your wonders, Lord , your faithfulness too, in the assembly^(f) of the holy ones.

For who in the skies above can compare with the Lord ? Who is like the Lord among the heavenly beings?^(g)

In the council^(h) of the holy ones⁽ⁱ⁾ God is greatly feared; he is more awesome than all who surround him.^(j)

Who is like you,^(k) Lord God Almighty?^(l) You, Lord , are mighty, and your faithfulness surrounds you.

You rule over the surging sea; when its waves mount up, you still them.^(m)

You crushed Rahab⁽ⁿ⁾ like one of the slain; with your strong arm you scattered^(o) your enemies.

The heavens are yours,^(p) and yours also the earth;^(q) you founded the world and all that is in it.^(r)

You created the north and the south; Tabor^(s) and Hermon^(t) sing for joy^(u) at your name.

Your arm is endowed with power; your hand is strong, your right hand exalted.^(v)

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;^(w) love and faithfulness go before you.^(x)

Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk^(y) in the light^(z) of your presence, Lord .

They rejoice in your name^(aa) all day long; they celebrate your righteousness.

For you are their glory and strength,^(ab) and by your favor you exalt our horn.^[d](ac)

Indeed, our shield^[e](ad) belongs to the Lord , our king^(ae) to the Holy One of Israel.