Psalms 122

Psalms 122:1

I Was glad] He rejoyceth, that God had brought the ark to a place, where it should remain.

Psalms 122:2

Our feet shall stand] Whereas they were wont to wander to and fro, as the ark removed.

Psalms 122:3

that is compact together] By the artificiall joyning and beauty of the houses, is signified the concord and love that is between the citizens.

Psalms 122:4

the tribes go up] All the tribes do resort thither, and pray there.

unto the testimony of Israel] To the ark, the sign of Gods presence, and in which were the two tables, containing Gods testimony, how he would be served, and from whence God declared his presence by oracle, Exodus 25:21-22.

Psalms 122:5

are set] Heb. do sit.

the thrones of the house of David] In whose house God placed the throne of justice, and made it a figure of Christs kingdom.

Psalms 122:7

Peace be within thy wals] The favour of God give thee peace, and keep thee from all wars, Psalms 147:14.

Psalms 122:8

For my brethren and companions sakes] Not onely for mine own sake, but for all the faithfull, whom I account as my brethren, Psalms 119:63.