Psalm 121

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Psalm 121 is a song of ascent that expresses the Psalmist's faith in God as their protector and guide. The Psalmist acknowledges that their help comes from the Lord, who watches over them day and night, keeping them from harm.

Psalm 121

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Bible version

The Lord Guides and Protects His People

1 {A Song of degrees.} I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.
4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.
Behold, he that keepeth <a href="/bible/biblical-figures/Israel">Israel</a> shall neither slumber nor sleep.
5 The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.
The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.
6 The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
7 The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
8 The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.

Commentary

This Psalm is a beautiful reminder of the faithfulness of God towards His people. It acknowledges the challenges that we face as we journey through life, but points us to the source of our strength and hope. The Psalmist declares God's sovereignty over all things and affirms that He is our unchanging help in times of trouble. This recognition of God's ultimate power gives us comfort and security during the difficult seasons of life. The image of God as a watchful shepherd reminds us of His constant care and attention to our needs, and His unfailing protection over us. This Psalm speaks to the heart of our need for God's guidance and provision in our lives. It calls us to trust in Him with all our hearts, knowing that He will guide and protect us always.

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FAQ

Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the Psalm, chapter 121 it would take approximately 1 minutes to finish.

There are 8 verses in Psalm, chapter 121.