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1 A Song of the Ascents, by David. Lo, how good and how pleasant The dwelling of brethren -- even together!
2 As the good oil on the head, Coming down on the beard, the beard of Aaron, That cometh down on the skirt of his robes,
3 As dew of Hermon -- That cometh down on hills of Zion, For there Jehovah commanded the blessing -- Life unto the age!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Psalm 133 about?
It's a short psalm celebrating unity: "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" (v.1).
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
For he hath loosed his cord, and afflicted me; And they have cast off the bridle before me.
Verse Of The DayThe 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.
