TEHILLIM 121

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1 (Shir HaMa’alot) 1 I will lift up mine eyes unto the harim (hills), from whence cometh ezri (my help). 2 Ezri (my help) cometh from Hashem, Oseh Shomayim va’Aretz. 3 He will not allow thy regel to slip; He that is shomer over thee will not slumber. 4 Hinei, He that is shomer over Yisroel shall neither slumber nor sleep. 5 Hashem is the One shomer over thee; Hashem is thy shade upon thy right hand. 6 The shemesh shall not strike thee by day, nor the yarei’ach by night. 7 Hashem shall preserve thee from kol rah; He shall preserve thy nefesh. 8 Hashem shall be shomer over thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even v’ad olam.

What Is This Chapter About?

Theme: Trust in God's Providence

Psalms 121 is a song of trust, emphasizing God's constant care and protection for His people. The psalmist expresses confidence in God's ability to keep him safe from harm, whether physical or spiritual. This chapter encourages believers to look to God as their helper and protector, trusting in His sovereignty and goodness.

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Psalms 121:2 "My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth"

This verse is central to the chapter because it clearly states the source of the psalmist's trust and confidence. By affirming that his help comes from the Lord, the psalmist is able to express his trust in God's ability to protect and care for him. This verse highlights the importance of recognizing God's sovereignty and power in our lives.

Key Words in Psalms 121

"help"

The concept of help is central to this chapter, with the psalmist expressing his trust in God's ability to provide assistance and protection.

"keeper"

The Lord is described as the keeper of Israel, watching over and protecting His people from harm.

"watch"

The idea of watching is emphasized in this chapter, with the Lord described as one who watches over Israel and keeps them safe.

"protect"

The psalmist affirms that the Lord protects him from evil and harm, shielding him from danger.

Christ in This Chapter

While Christ is not explicitly mentioned in this chapter, the themes of trust, protection, and care are all reflective of Christ's role as our Savior and Lord. In (Psalms 121:2), the psalmist affirms that his help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. This verse points forward to the New Testament revelation of Jesus Christ as the Creator and sustainer of all things (John 1:1, Hebrews 1:2-3). The confidence expressed in this chapter is ultimately rooted in the person and work of Christ, who is our ultimate helper and protector. (John 1:1 · Hebrews 1:2-3)

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Names and pronouns referring to God are marked throughout the text.

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