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A Hard-Won Peace
Commentators, particularly John Calvin, suggest this psalm is not just a general praise of unity but a specific celebration of peace after a devastating civil war in Israel. The opening word, 'Behold!', expresses profound relief and wonder at a nation once torn apart now dwelling together. This context reminds believers that unity is a precious, hard-won gift from God.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 133:1
18th Century
Theologian
Behold — As if he looked upon such a gathering and saw there the expressions of mutual love. This may have been uttered in the actual contem…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 133:1
19th Century
Bishop
In unity. —Better, altogether. The Hebrew particle gam, here used with the word “together,” is in our version so…
John Calvin
On Psalms 133:1
16th Century
Theologian
Behold how good, etc. I have no doubt that David in this Psalm gives thanks to God for the peace and harmony that followed a long and mela…
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John Gill
On Psalms 133:1
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, how good and how pleasant [it is]
Aben Ezra thinks the word thing should be supplied; the thing is what foll…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 133:1–3
17th Century
Minister
We cannot say too much; it would be well if enough could be said to persuade people to live together in peace. It is good for us, for our honour an…