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Psalms 127:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 127:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 127 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Unless the Lord Builds the House
“A Song of degrees for Solomon. Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. for: or, of Solomon that: Heb. that are builders of it in it”
Psalms 127:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 127:1
Solomon's wisdom psalm establishes divine sovereignty over human endeavors through parallel declarations: God must build the house, God must keep the city, or human labor is 'vain' (shav—empty, worthless). This isn't a call to passivity but recognition that apart from God's blessing, even diligent work proves futile (John 15:5). The verse applies to literal construction, family building (verses 3-5), and all human enterprises. It echoes the foundational truth that 'in him we live, and move, and have our being' (Acts 17:28) and anticipates Christ's teaching about abiding in the vine for fruitfu...
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Cross-References for Psalms 127:1
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“but Yahweh directs his steps.”
“nor he who waters”
“There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.”
“God's building.”
“There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.”
“He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.”
“let Israel now say”
“and do it.”
“Jerusalem; they shall never hold their peace day nor night: you who call on Yahweh”
“Be strong and of good courage”