*1.* “Through Him then, let us continually offer up a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that give thanks to His name.” *2* “They sang, praising and giving thanks to the Lord, saying, “For He is good, for His lovingkindness is upon Israel forever.” And all the people shouted with a great shout when they praised the Lord because the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid.” *3* “Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord from the heavens; Praise Him in the heights!Praise Him, all His angels; Praise Him, all His hosts! Praise Him, sun and moon;

Praise Him, all stars of light! Praise the Lord! Praise God in His sanctuary; Praise Him in His mighty expanse. Praise Him for His mighty deeds; Praise Him according to His excellent greatness. Praise Him with trumpet sound; Praise Him with harp and lyre.” *4* “Sing to the Lord a new song, Sing His praise from the end of the earth! You who go down to the sea, and all that is in it. You islands, and those who dwell on them. Is anyone among you suffering? Then he must pray. Is anyone cheerful? He is to sing praises.”