READ IT! - Introduction to Psalms 122-128

Readings for this week

Monday: Psalm 122
Tuesday: Psalm 123
Wednesday: Psalm 124
Thursday: Psalm 125
Friday: Psalm 126
Saturday: Psalm 127
Sunday: Psalm 128

Introduction to Psalms 122-128

Psalm 122 

This Davidic psalm of ascents expresses the joy of Zion from the perspective of a pilgrim who had traveled there to worship. Pilgrimages were held three times annually, during the feasts of Passover, Firstfruits, and Tabernacles

The writer says, “I was glad when they said, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!’ The tribes go up to give thanks. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.” 

Psalm 123 

The anonymous author of this song of ascents writes, “As the eyes of servants look to their master, so our eyes look to the LORD. Have mercy on us! For we have endured much contempt.” 

Psalm 124 

In this Davidic psalm of ascents, the writer says, “If the LORD had not been on our side, attackers would have swallowed us alive. We have escaped. Our help is in the name of the LORD.” 

Psalm 125 

The anonymous author of this song of ascents writes, “Those who trust in the LORD are like Mount Zion, which cannot be moved. Do good, O LORD, to those who are good. Peace be upon Israel.” 

Psalm 126 

The anonymous author of this song of ascents writes, “When the LORD brought back the captives, we were like dreamers. He has done great things. Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.” 

Psalm 127 

This song of ascents is attributed to David’s son Solomon. The writer says, “Unless the LORD builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb a reward.” 

Psalm 128 

The anonymous author of this song of ascents writes, “Blessed are all who fear the LORD. You will eat the fruit of your labor. May the LORD bless you from Zion all the days of your life.”