Psalms 128 documents the domestic blessings that flow to the man who fears the Lord and walks in His ways. It articulates a vision of life where labor is satisfying, the wife is like a 'fruitful vine,' and children are like 'olive plants' around the table. This chapter establishes that spiritual devotion is the root of communal and familial 'well-being' (Shalom) that lasts through generations.
v1-2: The Personal Blessing of Labor and Happiness
v3-4: The Family Blessing of the Vine and the Olive
v5-6: The Communal Blessing: Seeing the Good of Jerusalem
Yea, thou shalt see thy children's children, and peace upon Israel.
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The 'Olive Plant' is a slow-growing but incredibly hardy and valuable tree, symbolizing children who will eventually provide 'oil' (blessing) to society for centuries. The 'Word Secret' is *Ashre*, meaning 'blessed' or 'happy,' but it literally means 'to be on the right track.' Discover the riches with psalms 128 commentary, containing expert led word study (original greek/hebrew) and passage level analysis.
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