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Psalms 127:4

Psalms 127:5 net — How blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! They will not be put to shame when they confront enemies at the…

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"How blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! They will not be put to shame when they confront enemies at the city gate."

— Psalms 127:5, NET Bible

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Psalms 127 — Context

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It is vain for you to rise early, come home late, and work so hard for your food. Yes, he provides for those whom he loves even when they sleep.

3

Yes, sons are a gift from the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward.

4

Sons born during one’s youth are like arrows in a warrior’s hand.

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How blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! They will not be put to shame when they confront enemies at the city gate.

Psalms 127:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 127:5 say?
Psalms 127:5 in the NET Bible reads: “How blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! They will not be put to shame when they confront enemies at the city gate.”
Where is Psalms 127:5 in the Bible?
Psalms 127:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 127, verse 5.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 127:5.
What translation should I read Psalms 127:5 in?
Psalms 127:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 127:5?
Psalms 127:5 reads (NET): “How blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them! They will not be put to shame when they confront enemies at the city gate.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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