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Psalm 122

Psalm 122:7

Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem · Psalm 122:1–9
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Translations

Modern
May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.”
Traditional
Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces.
Literal
May there be peace within your wall, prosperity within your citadels!”
Latin
Fiat pax in virtute tua, et abundantia in turribus tuis.

Original

Hebrew
English
May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.”

Notes

Psalms 122:6–9

Prayers for the peace of Jerusalem are motivated by love of family and God’s sanctuary.

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

Glossary

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

Topics

Intercession: Exemplified Patriotism: General Scriptures Concerning Peace: Pray for That of the Church