Just as those who study the wisdom of the celestial arrangements—observing the positions, movements, and interactions of the stars—come to recognize the vastness of God’s understanding, proclaiming, “His understanding is infinite” (Psalm 146:5), likewise, those who reflect upon the principles of divine judgment cannot fail to be astonished at the wisdom and reason evident therein, noticing that every individual, even for the least action, will receive a reward corresponding to their nobility. Therefore, in every virtuous act, we glorify the Lord; He is honored through our purity and through our righteousness. As we achieve these things with divine assistance, when God raises us up and establishes us, strengthening and supporting us through His help, we proclaim: I will exalt You, O Lord, as You have elevated me (Psalm 29:2). The exaltations of God are manifold; they include elevating knowledge and understanding, as well as showcasing His majesty and reflecting on His judgments. Thus, it is said of the righteous that the praises of God are in their mouth (cf. Ps. 149:6). And since a correct contemplation establishes steadfast action, it follows: and swords are sharp in their hands, referring to the teachings that sever and eliminate the soul's passions. Moreover, as the Lord of hosts signifies the Lord of armies, the host that serves Him in the time of judgment will glorify Him for His righteous and unfailing judgment. Similarly, I deduce that at the time of the Lord's judgment upon humanity (as He Himself will come in judgment with the people cf. Is. 3:14), the Lord will rise as one (Is. 2:11), for none will be deemed righteous before Him. Who, after contemplating all the gifts bestowed by our Creator and the diverse arrangements concerning all of humanity, could offer a commensurate and fitting return for what they have received from the Lord? Thus, the saints find themselves bewildered, asking, What shall I give back to the Lord for all His goodness to me? (Psalm 115:3). And the Holy God will be glorified in His righteousness. The ascension in judgment is accompanied by the glorification of the Holy One in righteousness. Those who witness His ascent in judgment shall also witness the brilliance of His righteousness.
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