Scripture Context

Psalms 111:10 - Psalms 112:9

10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all they that do his commandments; his praise endureth forever.

Psalms 112
Intro: Godliness hath the promises of this life, and of the life to come.

1 Praise ye the Lord, Blessed is the man who feareth the Lord, and delighteth greatly in his commandments.

2 His seed shall be mighty upon earth; the generation of the upright shall be blessed.

3 Wealth and riches shall be in his house; and his righteousness endureth forever.

4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness; he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous.

5 A good man showeth favor, and lendeth; he will guide his affairs with discretion.

6 Surely he shall not be moved forever; the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.

7 He shall not be afraid of evil tidings; his heart is fixed, trusting in the Lord.

8 His heart is established, he shall not be afraid, until he see judgment executed upon his enemies.

9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth forever; his horn shall be exalted with honor.