Psalms122

The psalmist expresses profound joy at the call to go to Jerusalem, the unified city where the tribes gather for worship and where the thrones of judgment are established. He then earnestly calls for prayers for Jerusalem's peace, promising prosperity to those who love her. The psalmist pledges to seek the city's good for the sake of his brethren and the house of the LORD.

Joyful Arrival in Jerusalem

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A Song of the Ascents, by David. I have rejoiced in those saying to me, `To the house of Jehovah we go.'
2
Our feet have been standing in thy gates, O Jerusalem!

The Purpose of the Holy City

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Jerusalem--the builded one-- Is as a city that is joined to itself together.
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For thither have tribes gone up, Tribes of Jah, companies of Israel, To give thanks to the name of Jehovah.
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For there have sat thrones of judgment, Thrones of the house of David.

A Call to Seek Jerusalem's Peace

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Ask ye the peace of Jerusalem, At rest are those loving thee.
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Peace is in thy bulwark, rest in thy high places,
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For the sake of my brethren and my companions, Let me speak, I pray thee, `Peace be in thee.'
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For the sake of the house of Jehovah our God, I seek good for thee!
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