King James Version
Psalm 133
Brotherly harmony is celebrated here through rich metaphors of sacred anointing oil pouring over Aaron's head and gentle mountain dew descending upon Zion. This brief Davidic song portrays unity not as a forced state but as a refreshing source of life and blessing. Serving as the fourteenth Song of Ascents (Psalms 120 to 134), it resonated strongly with scattered pilgrims gathering together in Jerusalem. The opening key verse captures its enduring sentiment: "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!" (Psalm 133:1). Its warm tone highlights the beauty of mutual fellowship.
1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
2 It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;
3 As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.
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