Psalm 132

Psalm 132 recounts the vow of King David to build a house for the Lord and the fulfillment of that promise by his son, Solomon. The psalm also celebrates the faithfulness of God to His covenant with David and His people, and the joy and blessings that come from dwelling in His presence.

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18
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2
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Remembering God's Faithfulness

1 A Song of degrees. LORD, remember David, and all his afflictions:
2 How he sware unto the LORD, and vowed unto the mighty God of Jacob;
3 Surely I will not come into the tabernacle of my house, nor go up into my bed;
4 I will not give sleep to mine eyes, or slumber to mine eyelids,
5 Until I find out a place for the LORD, an habitation for the mighty God of Jacob.
6 Lo, we heard of it at Ephratah: we found it in the fields of the wood.
7 We will go into his tabernacles: we will worship at his footstool.
8 Arise, O LORD, into thy rest; thou, and the ark of thy strength.
9 Let thy priests be clothed with righteousness; and let thy saints shout for joy.
10 For thy servant David's sake turn not away the face of thine anointed.
11 The LORD hath sworn in truth unto David; he will not turn from it; Of the fruit of thy body will I set upon thy throne.
12 If thy children will keep my covenant and my testimony that I shall teach them, their children shall also sit upon thy throne for evermore.
13 For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation.
14 This is my rest for ever: here will I dwell; for I have desired it.
15 I will abundantly bless her provision: I will satisfy her poor with bread.
16 I will also clothe her priests with salvation: and her saints shall shout aloud for joy.
17 There will I make the horn of David to bud: I have ordained a lamp for mine anointed.
18 His enemies will I clothe with shame: but upon himself shall his crown flourish.

Commentary

Psalm 132 is a beautiful example of how remembering God's past acts of faithfulness can inspire praise and confidence in His continued provision and protection for His people. The psalmist reminds us that God is faithful to His promises and is actively involved in the lives of His children. This awareness should encourage us to seek Him and His presence, not just for our own benefit, but also for the benefit of future generations. Like David, let us make a vow to honor God and dedicate our lives to His service, trusting that He will always be with us and lead us along the right path.

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Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the Psalm, chapter 132 it would take approximately 2 minutes to finish.

There are 18 verses in Psalm, chapter 132.