1 The heavens are declaring the glory of God, and their expanse shows the work of his hands. ISV — Psalm 19:1
2 Day after day they pour forth speech, night after night they reveal knowledge. ISV — Psalm 19:2
3 There is no speech nor are there words— their voice is not heard— ISV — Psalm 19:3
4 yet their message a19:4 Or sound; so LXX; MT DSS 11QPs Syr read line goes out into all the world, and their words to the ends of the earth. He has set up a tent for the sun in the heavens, b19:4 Lit. them ISV — Psalm 19:4
5 which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, or like a champion who rejoices at the beginning of a race. ISV — Psalm 19:5
6 Its circuit is from one end of the sky to the other, and nothing is hidden from its heat. ISV — Psalm 19:6
7 The Law of the LORD is perfect, restoring life. The testimony of the LORD is steadfast, making foolish people wise. ISV — Psalm 19:7
8 The precepts of the LORD are upright, making the heart rejoice. The commandment of the LORD is pure, giving light to the eyes. ISV — Psalm 19:8
9 The fear of the LORD is clean, standing forever. The judgments of the LORD are true; they are altogether righteous. ISV — Psalm 19:9
10 They are more desirable than gold, even much fine gold. They are sweeter than honey, even the drippings from a honeycomb. ISV — Psalm 19:10
11 Moreover your servant is warned by them; and there is great reward in keeping them. ISV — Psalm 19:11
12 Who can detect his own c19:12 The Heb. lacks his own mistake? Cleanse me from hidden sin. ISV — Psalm 19:12
13 Preserve your servant from arrogant people; d19:13 Or from presumptuous sins do not let them rule over me. Then I will be upright e19:13 Or perfect, or blameless and acquitted of great wickedness. ISV — Psalm 19:13
14 May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. ISV — Psalm 19:14