Let all those who hate Zion be confounded and turned backwards.
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Let them be like grass on the rooftops, which withers before it can be pulled up:
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with it, he who reaps does not fill his hand and he who gathers sheaves does not fill his bosom.
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And those who were passing by have not said to them: “The blessing of the Lord be upon you. We have blessed you in the name of the Lord.”
Psalms 128:7 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Psalms 128:7 say?
Psalms 128:7 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “with it, he who reaps does not fill his hand and he who gathers sheaves does not fill his bosom. ”
Where is Psalms 128:7 in the Bible?
Psalms 128:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 128, verse 7.
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 128:7.
What translation should I read Psalms 128:7 in?
Psalms 128:7 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 128:7?
Psalms 128:7 reads (CPDV): “with it, he who reaps does not fill his hand and he who gathers sheaves does not fill his bosom. ” 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.