Psalm 128:4

The Blessed Fear of the LORD · Psalm 128:1–6
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Translations

Modern
In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD.
Traditional
Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord.
Literal
Behold, how thus is blessed the man fearing YHWH.
Latin
Ecce sic benedicetur homo qui timet Dominum.

Original

Hebrew
English
In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD.

Notes

The godly, who fear the Lord, will know true happiness (Psalm 128:1–2). The Lord is with them (see Psalm 127:1–2), strengthens their family life (128:3–4), and blesses them for generations (128:5–6).

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.

Parallels

Psalm 112:1–10

Glossary

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

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