Psalms 121 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history, charles haddon spurgeon. If that be so, we get an appropriate background and setting for the expressions and emotions of this psalm. Psalms chapter 121 king james version of the holy bible. I will lift up mine eyesexpresses desire compare ps 25. Commentaries for psalm chapter 121 the safety of the godly. Psalm 121 is part of a group of psalms psalms 1204 placed together for that purpose. We are told that perhaps the psalmist may have been at the base of a majestic mountain range and realized with deep awe and admiration. Psalm 121 is a treasure of promise for the suffering believer, whose help comes from the lord verse 2. A word list at the end explains all the words that have a star.
As god prevents his believing people with his blessings, and meets them of his own accord, so they, on their part, immediately cast their eyes directly upon him. Psalms 121 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. It is noticeable that the style, maker of heaven and earth, is a peculiarity of psalms which are certainly postexile, and show how strongly the contrast with heathenism impressed the creative power of god on the hebrew mind. I love the book of psalms the word of god is refuge and my salvation. Free bible commentary on the book of psalms in easy english. Psalms chapter 121 free bible commentary with pastor. These statements and declarations appear together as a liturgy, as indicated by the shift in voices throughout the psalm. Click the verse number to read commentary, definitions, meanings, and notesfor that particular psalms 121 verse. Discussion on the book of psalms chapter 121 from the king james bible online. Free bible commentary on the book of psalms in easy english written by gordon churchyard for missionassist. Psalms chapter 121 kjv king james version 1 a song of degrees. Close audio player audio is now playing, turn on your speakers and raise volume.
Hebrew, chaldean, and syriac add, of david, calmet who saw in spirit the glory of the temple under solomon, or the return of the captives, and the felicity of souls in heaven. Some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus. Jfb commentary on psalms chapter 121 christians unite. Some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover. Mar 12, 2017 psalm 121 is part of a group of psalms psalms 1204 placed together for that purpose. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. Thomas benton, in annotations on the book of job and the psalms, 1732. Psalms 121 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.
Psalms 121 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, spanning 23 volumes, covered the entire bible with verse by verse exposition. Psalm 121 commentary by jerome creach working preacher. The inspired writer, whoever he was, seems, in the opening of the psalm, to speak in the person of an unbelieving man. The socalled songs of degrees, of which this psalm is one, are usually, and with. This psalm fits well against the backdrop of a pilgrimage for it is concerned with the uncertainties one faces on such a journey. Read psalms 121 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. An easyenglish translation with notes about 1200 word vocabulary on psalm 121. I really love the bible and gods word it s nice to know that god will help when we need it. There are 150 poems in this book, which was written by david. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills to zion and moriah, called the holy mountains, psalm 87. Not as the superstition of the canaanite said, from the sacred summits themselves, but from their creators lord. Verse 1b, should probably be retranslated as a question, which is quite permissible. Psalm 121 commentary by rolf jacobson working preacher.
In his full commentary on the psalms, limburg transfers that title to psalm 119 and retitles psalm 121 on the road again continuing the view of reading psalm 121 as a pilgrimage or journey psalm. Spurgeon had high praise for alexanders work writing that it occupies a first place among expositions. You have to ask yourself, how did he do all this and wow he must have such a creative side. The last clause, read as a question, is answered, 2. My help comes from the lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalms 107150 in one file or download in r tf format psalm 107. Many hymns have been written based off of scriptures in psalms and the book is widely used during worship services. I lift up my eyes to the mountainswhere does my help come from. There is a story in the book of chronicles, about one battle in which judah. It moves naturally from the need for help verses 12, to the promise of gods protection verses 38. I shall raise my eyes to the mountains, from where will my help come. My help comes from the lord i will lift up my eyes to the hills around jerusalem, to sacred mount zion and mount moriahfrom whence shall my help come. Some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover his head in the day of battle.
If you want to accept jesus as your personal lord and savior and enjoy the benefits of the bible fully, please pray this prayer, lord jesus christ, i welcome you in my heart. The socalled songs of degrees, of which this psalm is one, are usually, and with great probability, attributed to the times of the exile. Chapter 121 verses 18 some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover his head in the day of battle. Spurgeon remarked that, it is a soldiers song, as well as a travelers hymn. Commentary on psalm 121 psalm 121 is classified as a psalm of confidence meant to celebrate gods providential care and is the second psalm in the songs of ascent 429, which begin with psalm 120. Practically all of the psalms in this group are brief, but they are exquisitely beautiful, as dummelow phrased it. Psalms chapter 121 kjv king james version hey kevin mack i understand your concerns. Psalms 121 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found. It is a clear and judicious explanation of the text, and cannot be dispensed with.
Mar 16, 2014 james limburg, psalms for sojourners, 2nd ed. My help cometh from the lord, which made heaven and earth. The book of psalms is one of the most popular books in the bible because it covers so many different topics on christian living. Discussion on texts for the second sunday in lent march 16, 2014.
He will not allow your foot to slip or to be moved. I will have an eye to the special presence of god in his church, and with his people, and from thence i will expect help. Psalms 121 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of the bible. View the entire commentary more information on commentaries. World wide study bible psalms 121 christian classics. Add the king james bible on your own web site, it is free, download the file. Journeys tend to be significant times for those who take them.
The hymnal of israel, book v psalms 107150 previous page next page psalm 121 bible commentary on the book of psalms, chapter 121, by dr. Study psalm 121 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Psalms chapter 121 free bible commentary with pastor teacher, dr bob utley this youtube channel is with pastor bob utleys blessing dedicated to making all of his mp3 bible commentaries. Tehillim psalms chapter 121 tanakh online torah bible. Mar 14, 2018 psalms chapter 121 free bible commentary with pastor teacher, dr bob utley this youtube channel is with pastor bob utleys blessing dedicated to making all of his mp3 bible commentaries. Yet many of the levites had officiated in the temple, 1 esdras iii. It is a collection of psalms, of all the psalms that were divinely inspired, which, though composed at several times and upon several occasions, are here put together without any reference to or dependence upon one another. Psalms 121 commentary john gills exposition on the whole bible. The last and highest degree of this song is attained in ps 121. Statements of confidence in gods protection and declarations of gods faithful character dominate psalm 121.
This is the second of the series of psalms which are titled a song of ascents. The notes explain some of the words with a star by them. Some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field. It is several steps in advance of its predecessor, for it tells of the peace of gods house, and the guardian care of the lord, while psalm 120 bemoans the departure of peace from the good mans abode, and his exposure to the venomous assaults of slanderous tongues. Psalms 121 some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field.
Psalms 121, new international version niv the bible app. Psalms 121 some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover his head in the day of battle. Perhaps some internal connexion might be traced between all the fifteen psalms of degrees. Psalms 121 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings. David guzik commentary on psalm 121, which is another song of ascents, declaring the secure help we have in.
Bible commentary on the book of psalms, chapter 121, by dr. The captives had begged for redress in the former psalms. Psalms 121 commentary john gills exposition on the. In other words, this book will help you achieve both halves of the interpretive task.
What it means that yahweh is your guardian desiring. Internet archive bookreader commentary on psalms internet archive bookreader commentary on psalms. Calmet before they had been chastised, they profane the temple. Psalm chapter 121 matthew henry complete commentary on. Geneva study bible commentary on psalms chapter 121. Chapter 121 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. My help comes from the lord,the maker of heaven and earth. As a song sung by travelers, this is particularly relevant for the trust placed in god through the journey. Psalms 121 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of.