Psalm 113

Contemporary English Version

² Let the name of the Lord
    be praised now and forever.
³ From dawn until sunset
the name of the Lord
    deserves to be praised.
⁴ The Lord is far above
    all of the nations;
he is more glorious
    than the heavens.

⁵ No one can compare
    with the Lord our God.
His throne is high above,
⁶ and he looks down to see
    the heavens and the earth.
⁷ God lifts the poor and needy
    from dust and ashes,
⁸ and he lets them take part
    in ruling his people.
⁹ When a wife has no children,
    he blesses her with some,
and she is happy.
    Shout praises to the Lord!