Psalms 129:7
“Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.”
Psalms 129:7 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand: nor he that gathereth sheaves his bosom.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Wherewith the reaper filleth not his hand, Nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.
- DARBYDarby
- Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand, nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom;
- WEBThe World English Bible
- with which the reaper doesn't fill his hand, nor he who binds sheaves, his bosom.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- That hath not filled the hand of a reaper, And the bosom of a binder of sheaves.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.
Context: Psalms 129
5Let them all be confounded and turned back that hate Zion.
6Let them be as the grass upon the housetops, which withereth afore it groweth up:
7Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.
8Neither do they which go by say, The blessing of the LORD be upon you: we bless you in the name of the LORD.
About Psalms 129: A Cry for Deliverance from Oppressors
Psalm 129 is a lament of the psalmist who speaks on behalf of all Israel and pleads with God for deliverance from the hands of their oppressors. The psalmist recounts the past struggles Israel has faced, including physical oppression and verbal abuse, and expresses confidence in God's justice to defend the righteous and punish the wicked.
Commentary
Psalm 129 serves as a reminder for believers that even in times of hardship and persecution, we can find hope and comfort in turning toward God. The psalmist's words reflect the reality of the Israelites' history of oppression, and their unwavering trust in God despite facing difficult circumstances. Christians can also look to the psalmist's words for encouragement when faced with adversity or persecution. Furthermore, this psalm reminds us that God is just and will eventually mete out justice and vindicate his faithful people. The final verse of this psalm is a prayerful declaration of God's blessings on his people, which Christians can also make their own, trusting in God's grace and protection.