Psalms 129
AOSNPsalms 129:1-8
The psalmist briefly reviews Israel’s history of trouble (Psalm 129:1–2) and redemption (129:3–4). He ends with curses against the enemies and blessings on the godly (Psalm 129:5–6).
Psalms 129:1-2
Israel’s earliest years as a nation took place while the people were living in Egypt.
Psalms 129:3-4
The LORD is righteous: He rescued Israel from Egypt, from many enemy attacks, and from the Babylonian exile.
Psalms 129:6-8
Grass on a rooftop had shallow roots and would scorch easily. A crop was ignored by the harvester when the yield was low. The enemies who had sown hurt among God’s people would gain little.
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