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Psalms 123:2 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Psalms 123:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 123 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Behold, as the eyes of servants look unto the hand of their masters, and as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress; so our eyes wait upon the LORD our God, until that he have mercy upon us.”
Psalms 123:2 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 123:2
A simile illustrates dependent watching: 'Behold, as the eyes of servants look unto the hand of their masters, and as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress; so our eyes wait upon the LORD our God, until that he have mercy upon us.' The double comparison (male servants, female maidens) emphasizes universality - all who depend on masters exhibit this attentive watching. Servants watch the master's hand for signals, commands, provision, and protection. The hand symbolizes power, action, and provision. This watching is active, not passive - alert readiness to respond to divine directi...
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Cross-References for Psalms 123:2
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“I wait for the LORD”
“to the soul that seeks him.”
“for he will pluck my feet out of the net.”
“and heard my cry.”
“Yahweh.”
“for your righteous word.”
“and not give up”
“Let me go, for the day breaks. Jacob said”
“saying”
“and for the altar of Yahweh”