The Psalms of David: imitated in the language of the New Testament, and applied to the Christian state and worship CXIIc. Happy is he that fears the Lord

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CXIIb

The Psalms of David‎#CXIIc

CXIIIa

Text:

Liberality rewarded

1 Happy is he that fears the LORD,
And follows his commands;
Who lends the poor without reward,
Or gives with lib'ral hands.

2 As pity dwells within his breast
To all the sons of need;
So GOD shall answer his request
With blessings on his seed.

3 No evil tidings shall surprise
His well-astablish'd mind;
His soul to GOD, his refuge flies,
And leaves his fears behind.

4 In times of general distress
Some beams of light shall shine,
To shew the world his righteousness,
And give him peace divine.

5 His works of piety and of love
Remain before the LORD;
Honour on earth, and joys above,
Shall be his sure reward.

Text Information
First Line:	Happy is he that fears the Lord
Title:	Liberality rewarded
Meter:	Common Metre
Language:	English
Publication Date:	1780
Scripture:	Psalm 112
Notes:	Public Domain.