1. Be happy and shout to Godwho makes us strong!Shout praises to the Godof Jacob.
2. Sing as you play tambourinesand the lovely soundingstringed instruments.
3. Sound the trumpets and startthe New Moon Festival.We must also celebratewhen the moon is full.
4. This is the law in Israel,and it was given to usby the God of Jacob.
5. The descendants of Josephwere told to obey it,when God led them outfrom the land of Egypt.In a language unknown to me,I heard someone say:
6. “I lifted the burdenfrom your shoulderand took the heavy basketfrom your hands.
7. When you were in trouble,I rescued you,and from the thunderclouds,I answered your prayers.Later I tested youat Meribah Spring.