Psalm 133:2

Translations

Modern

It is like fine oil on the head, running down on the beard, running down Aaron’s beard over the collar of his robes.

Traditional

It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;

Literal

It is good like oil upon the head, running down upon the beard, the beard of Aaron, which is running down upon the mouth of his garments;

Latin

Sicut unguentum in capite, quod descendit in barbam, barbam Aaron, quod descendit in oram vestimenti ejus;

Original

Hebrew

English

It is like fine oil on the head, running down on the beard, running down Aaron’s beard over the collar of his robes.

Notes

Psalms 133:2

The fine oil was used to appoint and set apart Aaron for his role as priest (see Exodus 29:7).
head … beard … collar of his robes: The oil set Aaron apart completely for God’s service.

Psalms 133:1–2

The psalmist speaks about the joy of relationships dedicated to God.

Psalms 133:1–3

In this wisdom psalm (see Psalm 1), peaceful and harmonious relationships show that God is present.

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 Tolerance Wisdom Psalms

Related verses

Leviticus 8:12
He also poured some of the anointing oil on Aaron’s head and anointed him to consecrate him.
Exodus 30:25–30
Prepare from these a sacred anointing oil, a fragrant blend, the work of a perfumer; it will be a sacred anointing oil.
Exodus 29:7
Then take the anointing oil and anoint him by pouring it on his head.
Proverbs 27:9
Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul.
Exodus 39:24
They made pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and finely spun linen on the lower hem of the robe.
Song of Solomon 1:3
The fragrance of your perfume is pleasing; your name is like perfume poured out. No wonder the maidens adore you.
John 12:3
Then Mary took about a pint of expensive perfume, made of pure nard, and she anointed Jesus’ feet and wiped them with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.
Psalm 141:5
Let the righteous man strike me; let his rebuke be an act of loving devotion. It is oil for my head; let me not refuse it. For my prayer is ever against the deeds of the wicked.
Exodus 28:33
Make pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn all the way around the lower hem, with gold bells between them,

Parallels

1 Corinthians 1:10–17 Ephesians 4:1–16

People

Aaron: Moses' brother, first high priest of Israel

Glossary

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

Topics

Anointing in Consecration of High Priests Beard: Worn Long by Aaron Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Communion of Saints Communion of Saints: Delight of Community Fraternity: General Scriptures Concerning Love of Man for Man Love to Man is Good and Pleasant Love: Exemplification of the Love of Man for Man The Beard: Worn Even by the Priests

Psalm 133:2

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