1 The man is blest who fears the Lord,

nor only worship pays,

But keeps his steps confined with care

to his appointed ways.

2 He shall upon the sweet returns

of his own labor feed;

Without dependence live, and see

his wishes all succeed.

3 His wife, like a fair fertile vine,

her lovely fruit shall bring;

His children, like young olive plants,

about his table spring.

4,5 Who fears the Lord shall prosper thus;

him Zion's God shall bless,

and grant him all his days to see

Jerusalem's success.

6 He shall live on, till heirs from him

descend with vast increase;

Much blessed in his own prosp'rous state,

and more in Israel's peace.