Translations
Original
Notes
Brothers are connected by family, by work, or by loyalty. In this psalm, brothers means all members of the community, including men and women, who live in unity.
The psalmist speaks about the joy of relationships dedicated to God.
In this wisdom psalm (see Psalm 1), peaceful and harmonious relationships show that God is present.
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
People
David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Degrees, Song of Hallel Music Perfume Psalms, Book of Song of Ascents Song of Ascents, Song of Degrees
Topics
Church: Harmonious Fellowship of Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Church: Unity of Comforting Communion of Saints Communion of Saints: Delight of Community Families: should Live in Unity Family of Saints: Live in Unity Family Unity Fraternity: General Scriptures Concerning Happiness of Saints in This Life is Derived From: Their Mutual Love Happiness of the Righteous Harmony Love of Man for Man Love to Man is Good and Pleasant Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man Peace: Blessedness of Peace: Social Psalms: Didactic Solidarity Unity Unity in the Church Unity of the Righteous Working Together