1. Then Tobit prayed:“Praise the eternal God,praise the one who rules.
2. He punishes us; then he shows us mercy.He sends us down to the world of the dead,then he brings us up from the grave.No one can escape his power.
3. “People of Israel, give thanks among the nations,where he sent you into exile;
4. even there he showed his great power.Let all who live hear your praise.The Lord is our God and father for ever.
5. “Though he punished you for your wickedness,he will be merciful and bring you homefrom among the nations where he scattered you.