I am as glad of thy word, as one that findeth great spoils.

The statutes of the LORD are right, and rejoice the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, and giveth light unto the eyes.

Thy testimonies have I claimed as my heritage forever; and why? They are the very joy of my heart.

When I had found thy words, I ate them up greedily: they have made my heart joyful and glad, for I call upon thy name, O LORD God of Hosts.

But he that was sown in the stony ground, is he which heareth the word of God, and anon with joy receiveth it,

And likewise, they that are sown on the stony ground: which when they have heard the word, at once they receive it with gladness;

They on the stones, are they which, when they hear, receive the word with joy. But these have no roots, which for a while believe, and in time of temptation go away.

{Aleph} Blessed are those that be undefiled in the way, and walk in the law of the LORD.

When Hiram heard the words of Solomon, he rejoiced greatly and said, "Blessed be the LORD this day which hath set David a wise son over this mighty people."

But the angel said unto them, "Be not afraid: For behold, I bring you tidings of great joy, that shall come to all the people:

What then? So that Christ be preached all manner ways, whether it be by occasion, or of true meaning, I therein joy: Yea and will joy.