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Psalms 122

Psalms 122 summary

Psalms 122 is the 122nd chapter of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament — a book of poetry. It has 9 verses (about 134 words, a 1-minute read). Figures named in this chapter include David. Its themes touch on Psalms, Jerusalem and Peace.

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1A Song of degrees of David. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.

2Our feet shall stand within thy gates, O Jerusalem.

3Jerusalem is builded as a city that is compact together:

4Whither the tribes go up, the tribes of the LORD, unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the name of the LORD.

5For there are set thrones of judgment, the thrones of the house of David. are: Heb. do sit

6Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee.

7Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces.

8For my brethren and companions' sakes, I will now say, Peace be within thee.

9Because of the house of the LORD our God I will seek thy good.

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What is Psalms 122 about?

Psalms 122 is the 122nd chapter of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament — a book of poetry. It has 9 verses (about 134 words, a 1-minute read). Figures named in this chapter include David. Its themes touch on Psalms, Jerusalem and Peace.

How many verses are in Psalms 122?

Psalms 122 contains 9 verses in the King James Version.

Is Psalms in the Old or New Testament?

Psalms is in the Old Testament of the Bible.

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