Psalms 128:1
Psalms 128:1 in Multiple Translations
Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways!
Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.
Blessed is every one that feareth Jehovah, That walketh in his ways.
Happy is the worshipper of the Lord, who is walking in his ways.
Happy are all those who worship the Lord, everyone who follows his ways!
A song of degrees. Blessed is euery one that feareth the Lord and walketh in his wayes.
A Song of the Ascents. O the happiness of every one fearing Jehovah, Who is walking in His ways.
Blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, who walks in his ways.
A Song of degrees. Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.
Often have they fought against me from my youth, let Israel now say.
◄Happy are/Yahweh is pleased with► those of you who revere him and do what he wants you to do [IDM].
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 128:1
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Psalms 128:1 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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שִׁ֗יר
הַֽ/מַּ֫עֲל֥וֹת
אַ֭שְׁרֵי
כָּל
יְרֵ֣א
יְהוָ֑ה
הַ֝/הֹלֵ֗ךְ
בִּ/דְרָכָֽי/ו
שִׁ֗יר
shîyr
H7892
song
N-cs
הַֽ/מַּ֫עֲל֥וֹת
maʻălâh
H4609
thought
Art | N-fp
אַ֭שְׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
blessed
N-mp
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
יְרֵ֣א
yârêʼ
H3373
afraid
Adj
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
הַ֝/הֹלֵ֗ךְ
hâlak
H1980
to go
Art | V-Qal
בִּ/דְרָכָֽי/ו
derek
H1870
way
Prep | N-cp | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 128:1
שִׁ֗יר
shîyr
H7892
"song"
N-cs
This word refers to a song or singing, and it is used in the Bible to describe musical expressions of praise and worship, like the songs of David in the book of Psalms. It can also be used to describe a specific song or ode.
Definition: 1) song 1a) lyric song 1b) religious song 1c) song of Levitical choirs Also means: shi.rah (שִׁירָה "song" H7892B)
Usage: Occurs in 87 OT verses. KJV: musical(-ick), [idiom] sing(-er, -ing), song. See also: Genesis 31:27; Psalms 76:1; Psalms 18:1.
הַֽ/מַּ֫עֲל֥וֹת
maʻălâh
H4609
"thought"
Art | N-fp
Represents a step or journey upward, like the steps of a stair or a song of ascent, as in Psalm 120-134, which are songs the Israelites sang while traveling to Jerusalem for festivals. It symbolizes spiritual ascent.
Definition: what comes up, thoughts
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: things that come up, (high) degree, deal, go up, stair, step, story. See also: Exodus 20:26; Psalms 126:1; Psalms 120:1.
אַ֭שְׁרֵי
ʼesher
H835
"blessed"
N-mp
This Hebrew word means happiness or blessedness, often used to express how happy someone is. It appears in the Bible as an interjection, similar to 'how happy!' In the KJV, it is translated as 'blessed' or 'happy'.
Definition: 1) happiness, blessedness 1a) often used as interjection 1b) blessed are
Usage: Occurs in 42 OT verses. KJV: blessed, happy. See also: Deuteronomy 33:29; Psalms 119:2; Psalms 1:1.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
יְרֵ֣א
yârêʼ
H3373
"afraid"
Adj
This word describes someone who is afraid or fearful, and is also used to convey a sense of reverence or respect. It's often translated as 'afraid' in the KJV. In the Bible, it's used to describe people's reactions to God or scary situations.
Definition: fearing, reverent, afraid
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: afraid, fear (-ful). See also: Genesis 22:12; Psalms 103:17; Psalms 15:4.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
הַ֝/הֹלֵ֗ךְ
hâlak
H1980
"to go"
Art | V-Qal
Means to walk or go, used in many different contexts in the Bible. It can describe physical movement, but also spiritual or emotional journeys. Appears in various forms, such as 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Definition: : walk/move 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to walk 1b2) to walk (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to traverse 1c2) to walk about 1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 473 OT verses. KJV: (all) along, apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant, depart, [phrase] be eased, enter, exercise (self), [phrase] follow, forth, forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on, out, up and down), [phrase] greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead, march, [idiom] more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away), be at the point, quite, run (along), [phrase] send, speedily, spread, still, surely, [phrase] tale-bearer, [phrase] travel(-ler), walk (abroad, on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax, (way-) faring man, [idiom] be weak, whirl. See also: Genesis 2:14; Judges 4:9; 1 Kings 13:12.
בִּ/דְרָכָֽי/ו
derek
H1870
"way"
Prep | N-cp | Suff
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
Study Notes — Psalms 128:1
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- Psalms 128:1 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 128:1
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 128:1
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 128:1
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 128:1
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
- Sermons on Psalms 128:1
Context — The Blessed Fear of the LORD
1Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in His ways!
2For when you eat the fruit of your labor, blessings and prosperity will be yours. 3Your wife will be like a fruitful vine flourishing within your house, your sons like olive shoots sitting around your table.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 112:1 | Hallelujah! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commandments. |
| 2 | Psalms 119:1 | Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. |
| 3 | Luke 1:50 | His mercy extends to those who fear Him, from generation to generation. |
| 4 | Psalms 103:13 | As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. |
| 5 | Acts 9:31 | Then the church throughout Judea, Galilee, and Samaria experienced a time of peace. It grew in strength and numbers, living in the fear of the Lord and the encouragement of the Holy Spirit. |
| 6 | Psalms 1:1–3 | Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does. |
| 7 | Psalms 147:11 | The LORD is pleased with those who fear Him, who hope in His loving devotion. |
| 8 | Psalms 127:1 | Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain; unless the LORD protects the city, its watchmen stand guard in vain. |
| 9 | Psalms 115:13 | He will bless those who fear the LORD— small and great alike. |
| 10 | Psalms 103:17 | But from everlasting to everlasting the loving devotion of the LORD extends to those who fear Him, and His righteousness to their children’s children— |
Psalms 128:1 Summary
[This verse is saying that when we respect and obey God, He will bless us and help us in our lives. It's like when we follow the rules of the road, we're safer and can get where we need to go. God's ways are like a map to a happy and fulfilling life, as we see in Jeremiah 29:11. By following Him, we can experience His love and care, just like a good father takes care of his children, as seen in Matthew 7:11.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to fear the LORD?
To fear the LORD means to have a deep reverence and respect for God, recognizing His power and authority in our lives, as seen in Psalms 111:10 and Proverbs 1:7.
How can we walk in God's ways?
Walking in God's ways involves following His commands and teachings, as outlined in the Bible, and seeking to live a life that is pleasing to Him, as encouraged in Deuteronomy 10:12-13 and Ephesians 5:1-2.
Is this verse promising a trouble-free life?
While this verse does promise blessings, it's not a guarantee of a trouble-free life, but rather a promise of God's presence and provision in the midst of life's challenges, as seen in Psalms 23:4 and Romans 8:28.
How does this verse relate to my daily life?
This verse encourages us to prioritize our relationship with God and to seek to live a life that honors Him, which can have a profound impact on our daily choices and decisions, as taught in Colossians 3:17 and 1 Corinthians 10:31.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my fear of the LORD in my daily life?
- How can I practically walk in God's ways in my relationships and decisions?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to seek God's guidance and wisdom?
- How can I trust God's promise of blessings and prosperity, even when I'm facing challenges and difficulties?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 128:1
Blessed [is] everyone that feareth the Lord,.... Be he who he will; of whatsoever nation, Jew or Gentile; of whatsoever sex, age, or condition, high or low, rich or poor, Acts 10:35; such an one is
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 128:1
Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways. Psalms 128:1-6.-The fear of God brings blessedness. Israel, returned from Babylon, and suffering through the Samaritan foes, is hereby comforted.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
Psalms 128:1 « A Song of degrees. » Blessed [is] every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.Ver. 1. Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord] This psalm is fitly subjoined to the former, and it is λογοςεπιθαλαμιος, a kind of wedding sermon, written for the instruction and comfort of married couples, and showing that Coniugium humanae est divina Academia vitae. And it is to be observed that here all men are spoken to as wedded; because this is the ordinary estate of most people. See 1 Corinthians 7:1-2. At this day every Jew is bound to marry about eighteen years of age, or before twenty.; else he is accounted as one that liveth in sin; and how the Popish clergy, professing continence, have turned all places into so many Sodoms, who knoweth not? That walketh in his ways] The true reverential fear of God will easily form the heart to a right obedience. They that fear the Lord will keep his covenant, Psalms 103:13; Psalms 103:18, and therefore was the law delivered at first in that terrible manner.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
PSALM CXXVIII The blessedness of the man that fears the Lord, 1. He is blessed in his labour, 2; in his wife and children, 3, 4; in the ordinances of God, 5; and in a long life and numerous posterity, 6. NOTES ON PSALM CXXVIII This Psalm has no title, either in the Hebrew or any of the Versions; though the Syriac supposes it to have been spoken of Zerubbabel, prince of Judah, who was earnestly engaged in building the temple of the Lord. It seems to be a continuation of the preceding Psalm, or rather the second part of it. The man who is stated to have a numerous offspring, in the preceding Psalm, is here represented as sitting at table with his large family. A person in the mean while coming in, sees his happy state, speaks of his comforts, and predicts to him and his all possible future good. And why? Because the man and his family "fear God, and walk in his ways."
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 128:1
1–3. Domestic happiness the reward of godliness.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 128:1
Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord - That honors God; that is truly pious. See the notes at Psalms 1:1; Psalms 112:1. What that blessedness is, is indicated in the following verses.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 128:1
1. Blessed—Oh the blessings of every one fearing Jehovah! The ΰωׁ ?ψι, (ashrey,) “blessed,” happy, with which the author begins, and which characterizes the God-seeking man, is contrasted with the ωׁ
Sermons on Psalms 128:1
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The Pursuit of Happiness by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the pursuit of happiness and the disappointment that often comes from worldly pursuits. He emphasizes that true happiness is found in a rel |
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Fear the Lord by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith teaches from Psalm 128, emphasizing the importance of fearing the Lord. He recounts the story of Jacob and Laban, highlighting how God protected |
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Laboring With the Lord by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the importance of relying on the Lord to build and establish our lives. He emphasizes that the success of a program or event is not mea |
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The Happy Radiant Christian Psalm 32: by Welcome Detweiler | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believers in Jesus Christ being happy both inside and outside. He discusses the division of the human family into segments |
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2. Bible Pictures of a Godly Home by Denny Kenaston | Denny Kenaston preaches about the importance of having a vision for raising godly children, emphasizing the need for a vision written upon the heart by God's finger. He highlights |
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Obedience Brings Blessing by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes that obedience to God's commands leads to blessings for both individuals and their descendants, as highlighted in Deuteronomy 12:28. He clarifies that whil |
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Exposition on Psalm 128 by St. Augustine | St. Augustine preaches about the life and martyrdom of Felix, highlighting his happiness in despising the world for the sake of the Lord, and his ultimate reward of everlasting lif |