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Psalms Chapter 133 (DRC)

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Psalms 133
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1 A gradual canticle. Behold now bless ye the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord: Who stand in the house of the Lord, in the courts of the house of our God.

2 In the nights lift up your hands to the holy places, and bless ye the Lord.

3 May the Lord out of Sion bless thee, he that made heaven and earth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psalm 133 about?
What two images does the psalm use to describe unity?
V.2 compares it to "precious ointment" running down "Aaron's beard," and v.3 compares it to "the dew of Hermon" descending on the mountains of Zion.
What does the psalm say God commanded there?
V.3 says, "there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore," tying the picture of unity to God's blessing. Compare 1 Corinthians 1:10.

Today's Verse

And Jacob was wroth, and chode with Laban: and Jacob answered and said to Laban, What is my trespass? what is my sin, that thou hast hotly pursued after me?

Genesis 31:36 | ASV

Verse Of The Day

The psalmist pictures that unity as fragrant oil running down Aaron's beard and as refreshing dew from Hermon settling on the mountains of Zion, an image of shared blessing echoed in 1 Corinthians 1:10. See the Psalms overview or continue to Psalms 134.