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Psalm 111 [Douay 110]

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Psalm 111 in modern numbering

1 Praise the LORD! I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart, in the council of the upright, and in the congregation.

2 The LORD’s works are great, pondered by all those who delight in them.

3 His work is honor and majesty. His righteousness endures forever.

4 He has caused his wonderful works to be remembered. The LORD is gracious and merciful.

5 He has given food to those who fear him. He always remembers his covenant.

6 He has shown his people the power of his works, in giving them the heritage of the nations.

7 The works of his hands are truth and justice. All his precepts are sure.

8 They are established forever and ever. They are done in truth and uprightness.

9 He has sent redemption to his people. He has ordained his covenant forever. His name is holy and awesome!

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!

This chapter in the Catechism

Where the Catechism of the Catholic Church cites these verses (from its footnotes on vatican.va). Short quotes only; follow the links for the full text. The Catechism uses modern verse numbers and psalm numbers (one higher than Douay-Rheims for most psalms), so these are listed by chapter.

  1. Psalm 111:9 in modern BiblesCCC 2807
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    • CCC 2807 “The term "to hallow" is to be understood here not primarily in its causative sense (only God hallows, makes holy), but above…”