Happy is the person who honors the Lord,
who takes pleasure in obeying his commands.
The good man’s children will be powerful in the land;
his descendants will be blessed.
His family will be wealthy and rich, and he will be
prosperous forever.
Light shines in the darkness for good people,
for those who are merciful, kind, and just.
Happy is the person who is generous with his loans,
who runs his business honestly.
A good person never fail; he will always be remem-
bered.
He is not afraid of receiving bad news; his faith is
strong, and he trusts in the Lord.
He is not afraid of receiving bad news; his faith is strong,
and he trusts in the Lord.
He is not worried or afraid; he is certain to see his
enemies defeated.
He gives generously to the needy, and his kind
never fails; he will be powerful and respected

The Bible, Ps. 112: 1-9 TEV