Psalm 122:1

Translations

Modern

A song of ascents. Of David. I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.”

Traditional

A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord.

Literal

A Song of the Ascents. Of David. I was glad at the saying to me, “Let us go to the house of YHWH.”

Latin

Canticum graduum. Lætatus sum in his quæ dicta sunt mihi: In domum Domini ibimus.

Original

Hebrew

English

A song of ascents. Of David. I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD.”

Notes

Psalms 122:1

The central sanctuary was the house of the LORD. This phrase first referred to the tabernacle (Exodus 23:19; 34:26).

Psalms 122:1–9

Jerusalem is presented here as the city of God, the city of David, and the center of faith. A group of pilgrims joyfully arrives in the city (Psalm 122:1–2). The psalmist praises Jerusalem (Psalm 122:3–5) and prays for the city’s peace (122:6–9).

Psalms 120:1–134:3

These short and memorable songs were sung by pilgrims as they traveled to Jerusalem for the national festivals held three times each year (Deuteronomy 16:16). The title of these psalms includes a Hebrew word that can mean “steps” or “stairs.” Some scholars understand it to mean “going up to Jerusalem.” These psalms, often called the Songs of Ascents, lead the listener on a journey to Jerusalem to praise God for his goodness to Israel through history.

Theme notes and profiles

David

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People

David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Degrees, Song of Hallel Music Psalms, Book of Song of Ascents Song of Ascents, Song of Degrees Zion

Topics

Attending Church Church: House of the Lord David: King of Israel: At This Time, Probably, David Composes Psalms: Intercessional Public Prayer: Saints Delight In the Anniversary Feasts: The Jews Attended Gladly Worship: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To

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