The man is blest who fears the Lord

Verse 1

The man is bless'd who fears the Lord, Nor only worship pays, But keeps his steps confin'd with care To his appointed ways.

Verse 2

He shall upon the sweet returns Of his own labour feed; Bless'd and content in ev'ry state His works shall all succeed.

Verse 3

His wife, like a fair fertile vine, Ger lovely fruit shall bring! His children, like young olive plants, About his table spring.

Verse 4

Who fears the Lord, shall prosper thus; Him Sion's God shall bless; And grant him all his days to see Jerusalem's success.

Verse 5

He shall live on, till heirs from him Descend with vast increase: Much bless'd in his own prosp'rous state, And more in Isr'el's peace.