Psalm 112:1
“Praise ye the Lord. Blessed is the man that feareth the Lord, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 112Meaning
The psalm opens by linking wisdom-shaped flourishing with reverent allegiance and willing delight, not coercive terror.
Reverence and the stability of the household
The opening describes delight in God's commands and wisdom-poetry images of enduring blessing.
Read carefully
The verse joins reverence with delight and does not authorize coercive control.
Reflection
Pursue reverence joined with delight, learning, and willing obedience.