1 Praise the Lord! Happy are those who respect the Lord, who love to do what he says!

2 Their descendants will prosper in the land; the children of those who do good will be blessed.

3 Their families[a] will be wealthy; the good they do has eternal results.

4 Light shines in the darkness for those who live right, for those who are gracious, compassionate, and good.

5 Good things come to those who are generous in their lending and are honest in doing business.

6 They will never fall. Those who live right won't be forgotten.

7 They aren't afraid of bad news because they rely totally on the Lord.

8 They are confident and brave, and see their enemies defeated.

9 They share generously, giving to the poor; the good they do has eternal results. They are greatly respected.

10 The wicked observe all this and are mad; they gnash their teeth in anger. They waste away, and all that they hoped for comes to nothing.