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Psalm 122

Psalm 122:8

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

Modern
For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”
Traditional
For my brethren and companions’ sakes, I will now say, Peace be within thee.
Literal
For the sake of my brothers and my companions let me now say: “Peace be within you!”
Latin
Propter fratres meos et proximos meos, loquebar pacem de te.

Original

Hebrew
English
For the sake of my brothers and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”

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 Psalms, Book of Song of Ascents Song of Ascents, Song of Degrees Zion

Topics

Intercession: Exemplified Peace: Pray for That of the Church