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href="/bsb/psalms/125.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/125.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />LORD, do good to those who are good, to those who are upright in heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/125.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />O LORD, do good to those who are good, whose hearts are in tune with you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/125.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, and to those who are upright in their hearts!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/125.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, and to the upright in heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/125.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, unto <i>those that be</i> good, and to <i>them that are</i> upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/125.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to <i>those who are</i> good, And to <i>those who are</i> upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/125.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do good, LORD, to those who are good And to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/125.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good And to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/125.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, And to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/125.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Do good, O Yahweh, to those who are good And to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/125.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good And to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/125.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do what is good, LORD, to the good, to those whose hearts are upright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/125.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do what is good, LORD, to the good, to those whose hearts are upright. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/125.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Do good, O Jehovah, unto those that are good, And to them that are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/125.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Let's ask the LORD to be kind to everyone who is good and completely obeys him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/125.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, unto those that be good, and to them that are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/125.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, to those whose motives are decent.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/125.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />LORD, do good to those who are good, to those who obey your commands. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/125.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />LORD, do good to those who are good, and to those who are upright in heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/125.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, and to the upright in heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/125.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, to the morally upright! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/125.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Do good, LORD, to those who are good, to those who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/125.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those that are good, and to them that are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/125.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Do good, Yahweh, to those who are good, to those who are upright in their hearts. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/125.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Do good, O YHWH, to the good, "" And to the upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/125.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Do good, O Jehovah, to the good, And to the upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/125.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Do good, O Jehovah, to the good and to the upright in their hearts.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/125.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O Lord, to those that are good, and to the upright of heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/125.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 124:4>Do good, O Lord, to the good and to the upright of heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/125.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Do good, LORD, to the good, to those who are upright of heart. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/125.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, and to those who are upright in their hearts.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/125.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, to those who are good, and to them who are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/125.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Do good, LORD JEHOVAH, to the good, those who are right in their heart.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/125.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Do good, O LORD, unto the good, And to them that are upright in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/125.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Do good, O Lord, to them <i>that are</i> good, and to them <i>that are</i> upright in heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/125-4.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=16265" 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/125.htm">The LORD Surrounds His People</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>For the scepter of the wicked will not rest upon the land allotted to the righteous, so that the righteous will not put forth their hands to injustice. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3190.htm" title="3190: hê·ṭî·ḇāh (V-Hifil-Imp-ms:: 3fs) -- To be good, well, glad, or pleasing. A primitive root; to be make well, literally or figuratively.">Do good,</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.">O LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: laṭ·ṭō·w·ḇîm (Prep-l, Art:: Adj-mp) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">to those who are good,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3477.htm" title="3477: wə·lî·šā·rîm (Conj-w, Prep-l:: Adj-mp) -- Straight, right. From yashar; straight.">and to the upright</a> <a href="/hebrew/3826.htm" title="3826: bə·lib·bō·w·ṯām (Prep-b:: N-mpc:: 3mp) -- Heart. Feminine of leb; the heart.">in heart.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>But those who turn to crooked ways the LORD will banish with the evildoers. Peace be upon Israel.…<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/10-6.htm">Proverbs 10:6</a></span><br />Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.<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="/matthew/5-6.htm">Matthew 5:6</a></span><br />Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/7-9.htm">Psalm 7:9</a></span><br />Put an end to the evil of the wicked, but establish the righteous, O righteous God who searches hearts and minds.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/11-7.htm">Psalm 11:7</a></span><br />For the LORD is righteous; He loves justice. The upright will see His face.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-27.htm">Psalm 37:27-28</a></span><br />Turn away from evil and do good, so that you will abide forever. / For the LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints. They are preserved forever, but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/92-12.htm">Psalm 92:12-15</a></span><br />The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, and grow like a cedar in Lebanon. / Planted in the house of the LORD, they will flourish in the courts of our God. / In old age they will still bear fruit; healthy and green they will remain, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/26-7.htm">Isaiah 26:7</a></span><br />The path of the righteous is level; You clear a straight path for the upright.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/32-17.htm">Isaiah 32:17</a></span><br />The work of righteousness will be peace; the service of righteousness will be quiet confidence forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-8.htm">Matthew 5:8</a></span><br />Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/13-43.htm">Matthew 13:43</a></span><br />Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/2-7.htm">Romans 2:7</a></span><br />To those who by perseverance in doing good seek glory, honor, and immortality, He will give eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/8-28.htm">Romans 8:28</a></span><br />And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-12.htm">1 Peter 3:12</a></span><br />For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are inclined to their prayer. But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-7.htm">1 John 3:7</a></span><br />Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Do good, O LORD, to those that be good, and to them that are upright in their hearts.</p><p class="hdg">do good</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/41-1.htm">Psalm 41:1-3</a></b></br> To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David. Blessed <i>is</i> he that considereth the poor: the LORD will deliver him in time of trouble… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/51-18.htm">Psalm 51:18</a></b></br> Do good in thy good pleasure unto Zion: build thou the walls of Jerusalem.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/73-1.htm">Psalm 73:1</a></b></br> A Psalm of Asaph. Truly God <i>is</i> good to Israel, <i>even</i> to such as are of a clean heart.</p><p class="hdg">upright</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/32-2.htm">Psalm 32:2</a></b></br> Blessed <i>is</i> the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit <i>there is</i> no guile.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/84-11.htm">Psalm 84:11</a></b></br> For the LORD God <i>is</i> a sun and shield: the LORD will give grace and glory: no good <i>thing</i> will he withhold from them that walk uprightly.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/119-80.htm">Psalm 119:80</a></b></br> Let my heart be sound in thy statutes; that I be not ashamed.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/122-9.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/119-173.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/119-70.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/psalms/125-3.htm">Upright</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/127-5.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/131-1.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/140-2.htm">Hearts</a> <a href="/psalms/140-13.htm">Upright</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 125</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/125-1.htm">The safety of such as trust in God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/125-4.htm">A prayer for the godly, and against the wicked</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/125.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/125.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Do good, O LORD,</b><br>This phrase is a petition for divine favor and blessing. The psalmist appeals to God's nature as inherently good and just, reflecting the belief that God is the source of all goodness. This request aligns with the biblical theme of God's benevolence, as seen in passages like <a href="/psalms/34-8.htm">Psalm 34:8</a>, "Taste and see that the LORD is good." The plea for God to "do good" underscores the covenant relationship between God and His people, where God promises to bless those who follow His ways.<p><b>to those who are good,</b><br>The term "good" here refers to those who live righteously according to God's commandments. In the Old Testament context, this would include adherence to the Law of Moses and living a life of integrity and justice. The concept of goodness is also tied to the wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, which emphasizes living wisely and righteously. This phrase suggests a reciprocal relationship where God's goodness is extended to those who reflect His character in their lives.<p><b>and to the upright in heart.</b><br>"Upright in heart" emphasizes internal righteousness, not just outward actions. This reflects the biblical principle that God looks at the heart (<a href="/1_samuel/16-7.htm">1 Samuel 16:7</a>). The heart, in Hebrew thought, is the center of will and emotion, indicating that true righteousness involves sincere devotion and integrity. This phrase connects to the Beatitudes in <a href="/matthew/5.htm">Matthew 5</a>, where Jesus blesses the pure in heart, highlighting the continuity of this principle in both the Old and New Testaments. The upright in heart are those who align their inner lives with God's will, embodying the transformation that comes from a relationship with Him.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who is invoked to act in accordance with His nature of goodness and justice.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_upright_in_heart.htm">The Upright in Heart</a></b><br>Those who live in integrity and righteousness, aligning their hearts and actions with God's will.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_psalmist.htm">The Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to David, the psalmist is a voice of prayer and intercession for the faithful community.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/z/zion.htm">Zion (implied context)</a></b><br>While not mentioned in this specific verse, the surrounding context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/125.htm">Psalm 125</a> speaks of Zion, symbolizing God's unshakeable protection and presence.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_community_of_believers.htm">The Community of Believers</a></b><br>The collective group of those who trust in the LORD, seeking His favor and protection.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_god's_goodness.htm">The Nature of God’s Goodness</a></b><br>God’s goodness is an intrinsic part of His character, and He delights in extending it to those who reflect His righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_uprightness.htm">The Call to Uprightness</a></b><br>Believers are encouraged to cultivate upright hearts, aligning their lives with God’s standards to experience His favor.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/intercessory_prayer_for_the_righteous.htm">Intercessory Prayer for the Righteous</a></b><br>Like the psalmist, we should pray for God’s blessings upon those who live righteously, recognizing the power of intercession.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_assurance_of_divine_favor.htm">The Assurance of Divine Favor</a></b><br>The upright can be confident in God’s goodness, knowing that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him and live according to His ways.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_accountability.htm">Community and Accountability</a></b><br>The verse underscores the importance of community, where believers support and encourage one another in righteousness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_125.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 125</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_we_verify_blessings_to_the_'good'.htm">In Psalm 125:4, how can we verify that blessings consistently come only to the “good” and “upright” in heart, when evidence suggests otherwise?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_create_satan_if_he'd_rebel.htm">Why did God create Satan knowing he would rebel and lead humans astray?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_god_expect_from_us.htm">What does God expect from us?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_reconcile_psalm_53_with_moral_atheists.htm">How should one reconcile Psalm 53's portrayal of unbelievers as 'fools' with the existence of thoughtful, morally upright nonbelievers?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/125.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 4.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Do good, O Lord, unto those that be good</span>. Give them their deservings. For their "goodness" repay them with "goodness." <span class="cmt_word">And to them that are upright in their hearts</span>. Exegetical of the preceding clause. Only the "<span class="accented">upright in</span> <span class="accented">heart"</span> are really "good." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/125-4.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">Do good,</span><br /><span class="heb">הֵיטִ֣יבָה</span> <span class="translit">(hê·ṭî·ḇāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2895.htm">Strong's 2895: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be pleasing or good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O LORD,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְ֭הוָה</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 /><br /><span class="word">to [those who are] good,</span><br /><span class="heb">לַטּוֹבִ֑ים</span> <span class="translit">(laṭ·ṭō·w·ḇîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l, Article | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and to the upright</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝לִֽישָׁרִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(wə·lî·šā·rîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Adjective - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3477.htm">Strong's 3477: </a> </span><span class="str2">Straight, right</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in heart.</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּלִבּוֹתָֽם׃</span> <span class="translit">(bə·lib·bō·w·ṯām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3826.htm">Strong's 3826: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/125-4.htm">Psalm 125:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/125-4.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 125:4 Do good Yahweh to those who (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/125-3.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 125:3"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 125:3" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/125-5.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 125:5"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 125:5" /></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>