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TREASURES FROM GOD’S WORD | PSALMS 120-134

“My Help Comes From Jehovah”

Psalms 120 to 134 are known as the Songs of the Ascents. Many believe that these were sung by joyful Israelite worshippers as they ascended to Jerusalem, which was located high in the mountains of Judah, in order to attend the annual festivals.

Israelite worshippers ascend to Jerusalem

Jehovah’s protection is described in word pictures such as . . .

121:3-8

  • A shepherd

    a wide-awake shepherd

  • A tree provides shade from the sun

    a shade from the sun

  • Soldiers

    a loyal soldier