Psalm 125:1

Translations

Modern

A song of ascents. Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion. It cannot be moved; it abides forever.

Traditional

A Song of degrees. They that trust in the Lord shall be as mount Zion, which cannot be removed, but abideth for ever.

Literal

A Song of the Ascents. Those trusting in YHWH are like Mount Zion—it cannot be shaken; it abides forever.

Latin

Canticum graduum. Qui confidunt in Domino, sicut mons Sion: non commovebitur in æternum, qui habitat

Original

Hebrew

English

A song of ascents. Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion. It cannot be moved; it abides forever.

Notes

Psalms 125:1–5

The psalmist expresses the community's trust in the Lord's protection (Psalm 125:1–2) and prays for peace (125:3–5).

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

Trusting God in the Psalms Zion

Related verses

Jeremiah 17:7–8
But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in Him.
Psalm 62:2
He alone is my rock and my salvation. He is my fortress; I will never be shaken.
Proverbs 3:5–6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;
Psalm 118:8–9
It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man.
Psalm 25:2
…in You, my God, I trust. Do not let me be put to shame; do not let my enemies exult over me.
Psalm 120:1
A song of ascents. In my distress I cried to the LORD, and He answered me.
Zechariah 1:17
Proclaim further that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘My cities will again overflow with prosperity; the LORD will again comfort Zion and choose Jerusalem.’”
Psalm 34:22
The LORD redeems His servants, and none who take refuge in Him will be condemned.
1 Chronicles 5:20
And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers.
Psalm 121:1
A song of ascents. I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come?
Psalm 27:1
Of David. The LORD is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life—whom shall I dread?
Psalm 62:6
He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress; I will not be shaken.

Places

Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions

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

Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Compared To Saints: Mount Zion Faith: General Scriptures Concerning God: Preserver Peace: Spiritual Protection: Illustrated Psalms: Didactic Righteous: Mount Zion Righteous: Promises To, Expressed or Implied The Last Days Trust: Leads to Stability Trusting in God

Psalm 125:1

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