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Psalms 123:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 123:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 123 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Our Eyes Look to the Lord
“A Song of degrees. Unto thee lift I up mine eyes, O thou that dwellest in the heavens.”
Psalms 123:1 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 123:1
The psalm opens with eyes lifted heavenward: 'Unto thee lift I up mine eyes, O thou that dwellest in the heavens.' The upward gaze signifies dependence, expectation, and worship. Eyes naturally turn to sources of help; lifting them to heaven acknowledges that ultimate help comes not from horizontal sources (other people, circumstances) but from God alone. The phrase 'that dwellest in the heavens' emphasizes God's transcendence, sovereignty, and authority. He sits enthroned above earthly chaos, unaffected by circumstances that overwhelm His people. This posture contrasts with looking down in de...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 123:1
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“I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills”
“Yahweh”
“for he will pluck my feet out of the net.”
“He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the LORD shall have them in derision.”
“standing far away”
“The LORD is in his holy temple”
“may your name be kept holy.”
“I cried to Yahweh. He answered me.”
“whose name is Holy: I dwell in the high and holy place”
“remember David and all his affliction”