Psalms 128:1-2

1 How joyful are those who fear the LORD — all who follow his ways!

2 You will enjoy the fruit of your labor. How joyful and prosperous you will be!

Psalms 128:1-2 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO PSALM 128

\\<>\\. This psalm very probably was written by the same hand as the former, and seems to have some connection with it; as that shows that all things depend on the providence and goodness of God; and that all blessings, particularly children, are the gift of God; this points out the blessings, civil and religious, that belong to good men; and, among the rest, a numerous offspring. According to the Syriac version, ``it is said concerning Zerubbabel, prince of Judah; and the care of the building: and it intimates in it the calling of Gentiles.'' Manythings in it may be applied Christ and his church.

Psalms 128:1-2 In-Context

1 How joyful are those who fear the LORD — all who follow his ways!

2 You will enjoy the fruit of your labor. How joyful and prosperous you will be!

3 Your wife will be like a fruitful grapevine, flourishing within your home. Your children will be like vigorous young olive trees as they sit around your table.

4 That is the LORD ’s blessing for those who fear him.

5 May the LORD continually bless you from Zion. May you see Jerusalem prosper as long as you live.

6 May you live to enjoy your grandchildren. May Israel have peace!