King James Version

What Does psalm 133:3 Mean?

psalm 133:3 in the King James Version says “As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessin...” — study this verse from psalm chapter 133 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.

“As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.”

psalm 133:3 · King James Version

Context

1

A Song of degrees of David. Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! together: Heb. even together

2

It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;

3

As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.

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Theological Significance

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