Psalms 128
AOSNPsalms 128:1-6
The godly, who fear the Lord, will know true happiness (Psalm 128:1–2). The Lord is with them (see Psalm 127:1–2), strengthens their family life (128:3–4), and blesses them for generations (128:5–6).
Psalms 128:1-2
eating the fruit of your labor: This means gaining benefit from whatever work one does.
Psalms 128:3
Children are like strong young olive trees because they are full of potential. Olive oil symbolizes God's blessing (Psalm 104:15; Numbers 18:12; Jeremiah 31:12; Haggai 2:19).
Psalms 128:4-6
God will continually bless those who fear him (Psalm 133:3) from his dwelling in Zion (20:2; 50:2; 110:2), no matter where they live.
children's children: God's blessings continue through generations for those who are faithful (Psalms 79:12–13; 89:1; 100:4–5; 103:17–19).
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