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Psalms 132:4 Cross-References
Explore 3 cross-references for Psalms 132:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 132 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“I will not give sleep to mine eyes, or slumber to mine eyelids,”
Psalms 132:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 132:4
The self-denial intensifies: 'I will not give sleep to mine eyes, or slumber to mine eyelids.' This continues verse 3's vow using even more extreme language. The parallel phrases 'sleep to mine eyes' and 'slumber to mine eyelids' are poetic variation emphasizing refusal of rest. 'Sleep' and 'slumber' (Hebrew 'shenah' and 'tenumah') both mean rest/sleep, used together for emphasis. This is hyperbolic oath language (similar to 'may God do so and more' formulas) expressing unbreakable determination - David would rather stay awake than fail to establish God's dwelling. The verse demonstrates that ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 132:4
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“nor slumber to your eyelids.”
“Sit still, my daughter, until you know how the matter will fall; for the man will not rest, until he has finished the thing this day.”
“but he said”