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Psalms 98

Amplified Bible, 2015 (AMP)

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¹ For the devious are repulsive to the LORD; But His private counsel is with the upright [those with spiritual integrity and moral courage].

² The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, But He blesses the home of the just and righteous.

³ Though He scoffs at the scoffers and scorns the scorners, Yet He gives His grace [His undeserved favor] to the humble [those who give up self-importance].

⁴ The wise will inherit honor and glory, But dishonor and shame is conferred on fools.

⁵ Hear, O children, the instruction of a father, And pay attention [and be willing to learn] so that you may gain understanding and intelligent discernment.

⁶ For I give you good doctrine; Do not[1] turn away from my instruction.

⁷ When I was a son with my father (David), Tender and the only son in the sight of my mother (Bathsheba),

⁸ He taught me and said to me, "Let your heart hold fast my words; Keep my commandments and live.

⁹ "Get [skillful and godly] wisdom! Acquire understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation]! Do not forget nor turn away from the words of my mouth.

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1	For the devious are repulsive to the LORD; But His private counsel is with the upright [those with spiritual integrity and moral courage].
2	The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, But He blesses the home of the just and righteous.
3	Though He scoffs at the scoffers and scorns the scorners, Yet He gives His grace [His undeserved favor] to the humble [those who give up self-importance].
4	The wise will inherit honor and glory, But dishonor and shame is conferred on fools.
5	Hear, O children, the instruction of a father, And pay attention [and be willing to learn] so that you may gain understanding and intelligent discernment.
6	For I give you good doctrine; Do not[1] turn away from my instruction.
7	When I was a son with my father (David), Tender and the only son in the sight of my mother (Bathsheba),
8	He taught me and said to me, "Let your heart hold fast my words; Keep my commandments and live.
9	"Get [skillful and godly] wisdom! Acquire understanding [actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation]! Do not forget nor turn away from the words of my mouth.

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