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Psalms 128:1-6 open_in_new
The man who fears God will be blessed in his family life. The Ps. has been called the 'Home, Sweet Home 'of Judaism.
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Psalms 128:3 open_in_new
By the sides of thine house] RV 'in the innermost parts of thine house,' i.e. in the women's apartment. Olive plants] a precious tree in Palestine. 5. 'May the Lord bless thee out of Zion,' i.e. from His dwelling-place.
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Psalms 128:6 open_in_new
The Psalmist closes with a note of patriotism: RV 'Peace be upon Israel.'