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href="/bsb/psalms/128.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/psalms/128.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Yes, this will be the blessing for the man who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/128.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />That is the LORD’s blessing for those who fear him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/128.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/128.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/128.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/128.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed Who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/128.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Behold, for so shall a man Who fears the LORD be blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/128.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Behold, for thus shall the man be blessed Who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/128.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Behold, for thus shall the man be blessed Who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/128.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Behold, for thus shall the man be blessed Who fears Yahweh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/128.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Behold, for so shall the man be blessed <i>and</i> divinely favored Who fears the LORD [and worships Him with obedience].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/128.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />In this very way the man who fears the LORD will be blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/128.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />In this very way the man who fears the LORD will be blessed. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/128.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed That feareth Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/128.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />This is how the LORD will bless everyone who respects him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/128.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/128.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />This is how the LORD will bless the person who fears him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/128.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A man who obeys the LORD will surely be blessed like this. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/128.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />See how the man will be blessed who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/128.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/128.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Yes indeed, the man who fears the LORD will be blessed in this way. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/128.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Look, thus is the man blessed who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/128.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/128.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Behold, this is how the man who fears Yahweh is blessed. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/128.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Behold, surely thus is the man blessed who is fearing YHWH.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/128.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Lo, surely thus is the man blessed who is fearing Jehovah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/128.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Behold, that thus shall the man be praised fearing Jehovah.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/128.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/128.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 127:4>Behold, so will the man be blessed who fears the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/128.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Just so will the man be blessed who fears the LORD. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/128.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Thus shall the man be blessed who fears the LORD.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/128.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed who fears the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/128.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Thus the man will be blessed who is in awe of LORD JEHOVAH!<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/128.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Behold, surely thus shall the man be blessed That feareth the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/128.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Behold, thus shall the man be blessed that fears the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/128-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=16402" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/128.htm">Blessed Are All who Walk in His Ways</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>Your wife will be like a fruitful vine flourishing within your house, your sons like olive shoots sitting around your table. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3651.htm" title="3651: ḵên (Adv) -- So, thus. From kuwn; properly, set upright; hence just; but usually rightly or so.">In this way</a> <a href="/hebrew/2009.htm" title="2009: hin·nêh (Interjection) -- Lo! behold! Prolongation for hen; lo!">indeed</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: ḵî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/1288.htm" title="1288: yə·ḇō·raḵ (V-Pual-Imperf-3ms) -- To kneel, bless. A primitive root; to kneel; by implication to bless God, and man; also to curse.">shall blessing come</a> <a href="/hebrew/1397.htm" title="1397: gā·ḇer (N-ms) -- Man. From gabar; properly, a valiant man or warrior; generally, a person simply.">to the man</a> <a href="/hebrew/3373.htm" title="3373: yə·rê (Adj-msc) -- Fearing, reverent. From yare'; fearing; morally, reverent.">who fears</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>May the LORD bless you from Zion, that you may see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life,…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-33.htm">Proverbs 3:33</a></span><br />The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the righteous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/127-3.htm">Psalm 127:3-5</a></span><br />Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward. / Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are children born in one’s youth. / Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. He will not be put to shame when he confronts the enemies at the gate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/31-28.htm">Proverbs 31:28</a></span><br />Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband praises her as well:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/12-2.htm">Genesis 12:2-3</a></span><br />I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/28-2.htm">Deuteronomy 28:2-4</a></span><br />And all these blessings will come upon you and overtake you, if you will obey the voice of the LORD your God: / You will be blessed in the city and blessed in the country. / The fruit of your womb will be blessed, as well as the produce of your land and the offspring of your livestock—the calves of your herds and the lambs of your flocks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/3-10.htm">Isaiah 3:10</a></span><br />Tell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/5-24.htm">Job 5:24-25</a></span><br />You will know that your tent is secure, and find nothing amiss when inspecting your home. / You will know that your offspring will be many, your descendants like the grass of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-1.htm">Psalm 112:1-2</a></span><br />Hallelujah! Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who greatly delights in His commandments. / His descendants will be mighty in the land; the generation of the upright will be blessed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-26.htm">Proverbs 14:26</a></span><br />He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/18-18.htm">Genesis 18:18-19</a></span><br />Abraham will surely become a great and powerful nation, and through him all the nations of the earth will be blessed. / For I have chosen him, so that he will command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing what is right and just, in order that the LORD may bring upon Abraham what He has promised.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-3.htm">Matthew 5:3-12</a></span><br />“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. / Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/11-28.htm">Luke 11:28</a></span><br />But He replied, “Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-1.htm">Ephesians 6:1-3</a></span><br />Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. / “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-9.htm">1 Peter 3:9</a></span><br />Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-25.htm">James 1:25</a></span><br />But the one who looks intently into the perfect law of freedom, and continues to do so—not being a forgetful hearer, but an effective doer—he will be blessed in what he does.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that fears the LORD.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/psalms/119-56.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Feareth</a> <a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/128-2.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">Worshipper</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/129-8.htm">Blessed</a> <a href="/psalms/128-5.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-13.htm">Feareth</a> <a href="/psalms/135-20.htm">Fearing</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-24.htm">Fears</a> <a href="/psalms/131-2.htm">Surely</a> <a href="/jonah/1-9.htm">Worshipper</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 128</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/128-1.htm">The various blessings which follow those who fear God</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/128.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/128.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>In this way indeed</b><br>This phrase emphasizes certainty and assurance. The psalmist is affirming that the blessings described are not hypothetical but assured for those who meet the conditions outlined. The use of "indeed" underscores the reliability of God's promises, a theme consistent throughout Scripture, such as in <a href="/numbers/23-19.htm">Numbers 23:19</a>, which highlights God's faithfulness to His word.<p><b>shall blessing come</b><br>The concept of blessing in the Hebrew context often includes prosperity, peace, and well-being. It is not limited to material wealth but encompasses a holistic sense of God's favor. This aligns with the Abrahamic covenant in <a href="/genesis/12-2.htm">Genesis 12:2-3</a>, where God promises to bless Abraham and make him a blessing to others. The blessings are both spiritual and temporal, reflecting God's comprehensive care for His people.<p><b>to the man</b><br>The focus on "the man" indicates an individual application, suggesting that personal piety and reverence for God result in personal blessings. This individual focus is seen throughout the wisdom literature, such as in Proverbs, where personal conduct and fear of the Lord lead to personal outcomes (<a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5-6</a>).<p><b>who fears the LORD</b><br>The fear of the Lord is a central theme in wisdom literature, representing a deep respect, reverence, and awe for God. It is the beginning of wisdom (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>) and is associated with obedience and devotion. This fear is not terror but a recognition of God's holiness and authority, leading to a life aligned with His will. The fear of the Lord is foundational to the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/10-12.htm">Deuteronomy 10:12-13</a>, where it is linked to love and service to God.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_man_who_fears_the_lord.htm">The Man Who Fears the LORD</a></b><br>This refers to an individual who holds a deep reverence and respect for God, living in accordance with His commandments and teachings.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal presence and faithfulness to His people.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/blessing.htm">Blessing</a></b><br>The favor and provision of God, often manifesting in various aspects of life such as family, work, and spiritual well-being.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord_as_a_foundation_for_blessing.htm">The Fear of the LORD as a Foundation for Blessing</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "fear" (yirah) encompasses reverence, awe, and respect. It is not about being afraid but about honoring God in every aspect of life.<br><br>A life that prioritizes the fear of the LORD aligns with His will and opens the door to His blessings.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/understanding_blessing_in_a_biblical_context.htm">Understanding Blessing in a Biblical Context</a></b><br>Blessing is not merely material prosperity but includes spiritual growth, peace, and fulfillment in God's purpose.<br><br>The biblical concept of blessing often involves family, community, and the fruitfulness of one's labor.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/practical_steps_to_cultivate_the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">Practical Steps to Cultivate the Fear of the LORD</a></b><br>Engage in regular prayer and Bible study to deepen your relationship with God.<br><br>Live out God's commandments in daily life, demonstrating integrity and love.<br><br>Surround yourself with a community of believers who encourage and support your spiritual journey.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_128.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 128</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'righteousness_and_peace_kiss'_mean.htm">What defines Biblical meditation?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/types_of_psalms.htm">What are the different types of Psalms?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_romans_4_6-8_conflict_with_judgment.htm">In Romans 4:6-8, does the idea of sin not being counted against believers conflict with other biblical passages that emphasize judgment and accountability?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_marriage_imply_singles_lack_blessing.htm">Proverbs 18:22: Does finding 'favor from the Lord' by marrying imply that the single or the divorced lack divine blessing?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/128.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(4) <span class= "bld">Behold, that.</span>--Better, <span class= "ital">Look! for thus, </span>&c. The poet calls attention to the charming picture he has drawn of domestic bliss and then points his moral.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/128.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the Lord</span>. The promise must not be regarded as universal and absolute, but as general and admitting exceptions. Still, even under the new covenant, "Godliness has the promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come" (<a href="/1_timothy/4-8.htm">1 Timothy 4:8</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/128-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">In this way</span><br /><span class="heb">כֵ֭ן</span> <span class="translit">(ḵên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3651.htm">Strong's 3651: </a> </span><span class="str2">So -- thus</span><br /><br /><span class="word">indeed</span><br /><span class="heb">הִנֵּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(hin·nêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Interjection<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2009.htm">Strong's 2009: </a> </span><span class="str2">Lo! behold!</span><br /><br /><span class="word">shall blessing come</span><br /><span class="heb">יְבֹ֥רַךְ</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḇō·raḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pual - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1288.htm">Strong's 1288: </a> </span><span class="str2">To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the man</span><br /><span class="heb">גָּ֗בֶר</span> <span class="translit">(gā·ḇer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1397.htm">Strong's 1397: </a> </span><span class="str2">A valiant man, warrior, a person simply</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who fears</span><br /><span class="heb">יְרֵ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(yə·rê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3373.htm">Strong's 3373: </a> </span><span class="str2">Fearing, reverent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD.</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/128-4.htm">Psalm 128:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/128-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 128:4 Behold thus is the man blessed who (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/128-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 128:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 128:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/128-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 128:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 128:5" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>