Psalm 97 :: Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Psa 97:1The Lord is King, let the earth have joy; let all the sea-lands be glad.

Psa 97:2Dark clouds are round him; his kingdom is based on righteousness and right judging.

Psa 97:3Fire goes before him, burning up all those who are against him round about.

Psa 97:4His bright flames give light to the world; the earth saw it with fear.

Psa 97:5The mountains became like wax at the coming of the Lord, at the coming of the Lord of all the earth.

Psa 97:6The heavens gave out the news of his righteousness, and all the people saw his glory.

Psa 97:7Shamed be all those who give worship to images, and take pride in false gods; give him worship, all you gods.

Psa 97:8Zion gave ear and was glad; and the daughters of Judah were full of joy, because of your decisions, O Lord.

Psa 97:9For you, Lord, are most high over the earth; you are lifted up over all other gods.

Psa 97:10You who are lovers of the Lord, be haters of evil; he keeps the souls of his saints; he takes them out of the hand of sinners.

Psa 97:11Light is shining on the lovers of righteousness, and for the upright in heart there is joy.

Psa 97:12Be glad in the Lord, you upright men; praising the memory of his holy name.

The Bible in Basic English was translated by Professor Samuel Henry Hooke (1874-1968)
This translation of the Bible is in the public domain.