Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 125:2 Cross-References
Explore 7 cross-references for Psalms 125:2 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 125 verse 2 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the LORD is round about his people from henceforth even for ever.”
Psalms 125:2 (KJV)
Historical Context for Psalms 125:2
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Commentary on Psalms 125:2
The protective imagery continues: 'As the mountains are round about Jerusalem, so the LORD is round about his people from henceforth even for ever.' This verse employs geographic reality as theological metaphor. Jerusalem is naturally surrounded by mountains (Mount of Olives to east, Mount Scopus to north, Hinnom Valley hills to south and west), creating a protective amphitheater. The comparison 'so the LORD is round about his people' transforms physical geography into spiritual reality - God Himself encircles and protects His people. The word 'round about' (Hebrew 'sabib') suggests complete e...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 125:2
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“' says Yahweh”
“and over her assemblies”
“from this time forth”
“and no one will snatch them out of my hand.”
“and delivers them.”
“and said”
“neither all the inhabitants of the world”