Psalms, 132
8. Arise, O LORD, and go to thy resting place, thou and the ark of thy might.
8. Arise, O LORD, and go to thy resting place, thou and the ark of thy might.
Psalm 132 is a prayer for the divine favor over King David and his dynasty, asking God to fulfill his promises and establish his throne forever in Jerusalem. The topics covered include God's faithfulness to their promises, the role of the king as the leader and protector of the people, and the importance of the temple in Jerusalem as a place of worship. Below are five verses related to these themes:
2 Samuel 7:16: "And thy house and thy kingdom will be firm forever before you; Your throne will be established forever." This is God's promise to David that his dynasty would be established forever.
Psalm 2:6: "I was the one who consecrated my king in Zion, my holy mount." This verse talks about the installation of the king chosen by God on his throne in Jerusalem.
2 Chronicles 6:41: "Now, then, get you, Lord God, to your place of rest, you and the ark of your power; be your priests, O Lord God, dressed in salvation, and your saints dressed Exult in good. " This verse talks about the importance of the temple in Jerusalem as a place of worship and invokes the presence of God there.
Psalm 72:4: "May He do justice to the poor of the people, save the children of the needy and crush the oppressor." This verse describes the role of the king as leader and protector of the people.
Psalm 89:34: "I will not violate my covenant I won't even change what came out of my lips." This verse emphasizes God's faithfulness to fulfill his promises and maintain his covenant with the people.
“Pense na felicidade que está reservada para nós no Paraíso”. São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
