Psalm 122
Psalm 122 Meaning
Psalm 122 is the joyful song of a pilgrim arriving at Jerusalem, glad to enter the house of the LORD with the gathered tribes.
It prays for the peace of Jerusalem, longing for good and security to rest on the city of God.
Key verses from Psalm 122
“I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the LORD.”
Psalm 122:1
“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee.”
Psalm 122:6
“For my brethren and companions’ sakes, I will now say, Peace be within thee.”
Psalm 122:8
How Psalm 122 points to Jesus
Jesus is the joy of gathering to the house of God and the true peace of Jerusalem. In Him the scattered tribes are drawn together to worship.