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For the choir director: A psalm of David.The heavens proclaim the glory of God.The skies display his craftsmanship.
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Day after day they continue to speak;night after night they make him known.
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They speak without a sound or word;their voice is never heard.
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Yet their message has gone throughout the earth,and their words to all the world.God has made a home in the heavens for the sun.
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It bursts forth like a radiant bridegroom after his wedding.It rejoices like a great athlete eager to run the race.
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The sun rises at one end of the heavensand follows its course to the other end.Nothing can hide from its heat.
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The instructions of the Lord are perfect,reviving the soul.The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy,making wise the simple.
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The commandments of the Lord are right,bringing joy to the heart.The commands of the Lord are clear,giving insight for living.
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Reverence for the Lord is pure,lasting forever.The laws of the Lord are true;each one is fair.
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They are more desirable than gold,even the finest gold.They are sweeter than honey,even honey dripping from the comb.
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They are a warning to your servant,a great reward for those who obey them.
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How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart?Cleanse me from these hidden faults.
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Keep your servant from deliberate sins!Don’t let them control me.Then I will be free of guiltand innocent of great sin.
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May the words of my mouthand the meditation of my heartbe pleasing to you,O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.