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/></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/134.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/134.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/134.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The LORD who made heaven and earth Bless you from Zion!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/134.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/134.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/134.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/134.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />May Yahweh bless you from Zion, Who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/134.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/134.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD, Maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/134.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD, Maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/134.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Jehovah bless thee out of Zion; Even he that made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/134.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The LORD is the Creator of heaven and earth, and I pray that the LORD will bless you from Zion. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/134.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The LORD bless thee out of Zion; even he that made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/134.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />May the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/134.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />May the LORD, who made heaven and earth, bless you from Zion! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/134.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />May the LORD who fashions heaven and earth bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/134.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD, the Creator of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/134.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion; even he who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/134.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The LORD that made heaven and earth bless thee out of Zion.<div class="vheading2"><b>Majority Text Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/134.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/134.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />May Yahweh bless you from Zion, even he who made heaven and earth. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/134.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />YHWH blesses you out of Zion, "" The Maker of the heavens and earth!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/134.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Jehovah doth bless thee out of Zion, The maker of the heavens and earth!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/134.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Jehovah shall bless thee out of Zion: he made the heavens and the earth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/134.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />May the Lord out of Sion bless thee, he that made heaven and earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/134.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 133:3>May the Lord, who made heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/134.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />May the LORD bless you from Zion, the Maker of heaven and earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/134.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />May the LORD, maker of heaven and earth, bless you from Zion.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/134.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The LORD bless you out of Zion, even he who made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/134.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />LORD JEHOVAH will bless you from Zion, he who made Heaven and Earth! <div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/134.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The LORD bless thee out of Zion; Even He that made heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/134.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />May the Lord, who made heaven and earth, bless thee out of Sion.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/134-3.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=16740" 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/134.htm">Bless the LORD, All You Servants</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD! <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><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.">May the LORD,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ō·śêh (V-Qal-Prtcpl-msc) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">the Maker</a> <a href="/hebrew/8064.htm" title="8064: šā·ma·yim (N-mp) -- Heaven, sky. Dual of an unused singular shameh; from an unused root meaning to be lofty; the sky.">of heaven</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: wā·’ā·reṣ (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">and earth,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1288.htm" title="1288: yə·ḇā·reḵ·ḵā (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms:: 2ms) -- To kneel, bless. A primitive root; to kneel; by implication to bless God, and man; also to curse.">bless you</a> <a href="/hebrew/6726.htm" title="6726: miṣ·ṣî·yō·wn (Prep-m:: N-proper-fs) -- A mountain in Jer., also a name for Jer. The same as tsiyuwn; Tsijon, a mountain of Jerusalem.">from Zion.</a> </span><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="/numbers/6-24.htm">Numbers 6:24-26</a></span><br />‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/121-2.htm">Psalm 121:2</a></span><br />My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/115-15.htm">Psalm 115:15</a></span><br />May you be blessed by the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Psalm 124:8</a></span><br />Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/14-19.htm">Genesis 14:19</a></span><br />and he blessed Abram and said: “Blessed be Abram by God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/24-31.htm">Genesis 24:31</a></span><br />“Come, you who are blessed by the LORD,” said Laban. “Why are you standing out here? I have prepared the house and a place for the camels.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-56.htm">1 Kings 8:56</a></span><br />“Blessed be the LORD, who has given rest to His people Israel according to all that He promised. Not one word has failed of all the good promises He made through His servant Moses.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/51-13.htm">Isaiah 51:13</a></span><br />But you have forgotten the LORD, your Maker, who stretched out the heavens and laid the foundations of the earth. You live in terror all day long because of the fury of the oppressor who is bent on destruction. But where is the fury of the oppressor?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/66-2.htm">Isaiah 66:2</a></span><br />Has not My hand made all these things? And so they came into being,” declares the LORD. “This is the one I will esteem: he who is humble and contrite in spirit, who trembles at My word.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/3-26.htm">Acts 3:26</a></span><br />When God raised up His Servant, He sent Him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/1-3.htm">Ephesians 1:3</a></span><br />Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a></span><br />Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.<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="/revelation/1-8.htm">Revelation 1:8</a></span><br />“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, who is and was and is to come—the Almighty.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/4-11.htm">Revelation 4:11</a></span><br />“Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things; by Your will they exist and were created.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The LORD that made heaven and earth bless you out of Zion.</p><p class="hdg">Lord</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/143-8.htm">Psalm 143:8</a></b></br> Cause me to hear thy lovingkindness in the morning; for in thee do I trust: cause me to know the way wherein I should walk; for I lift up my soul unto thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/146-5.htm">Psalm 146:5,6</a></b></br> Happy <i>is he</i> that <i>hath</i> the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope <i>is</i> in the LORD his God: … </p><p class="hdg">bless thee</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/14-7.htm">Psalm 14:7</a></b></br> Oh that the salvation of Israel <i>were come</i> out of Zion! when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, <i>and</i> Israel shall be glad.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/20-2.htm">Psalm 20:2</a></b></br> Send thee help from the sanctuary, and strengthen thee out of Zion;</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/110-2.htm">Psalm 110:2</a></b></br> The LORD shall send the rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/134-2.htm">Bless</a> <a href="/psalms/133-3.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Maker</a> <a href="/psalms/133-3.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/135-19.htm">Bless</a> <a href="/psalms/145-1.htm">Blessing</a> <a href="/psalms/135-6.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/psalms/135-6.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/135-6.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/146-6.htm">Maker</a> <a href="/psalms/135-21.htm">Zion</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 134</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/134-1.htm">An exhortation to bless 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/134.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/134.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>May the LORD</b><br>This phrase invokes the covenant name of God, Yahweh, emphasizing His eternal and unchanging nature. It reflects the personal relationship between God and His people, as seen throughout the Old Testament. The use of "LORD" signifies the God of Israel, who is both transcendent and immanent, involved in the lives of His people. This invocation is a common feature in Hebrew blessings, underscoring the belief that all blessings ultimately come from God.<p><b>the Maker of heaven and earth</b><br>This phrase acknowledges God as the Creator, a theme that runs throughout Scripture, beginning with <a href="/genesis/1.htm">Genesis 1:1</a>. It highlights God's sovereignty and power over all creation, affirming His ability to bless and sustain His people. This acknowledgment of God as Creator is a reminder of His authority and the order He established in the universe. It also connects to the New Testament, where Jesus is identified as the agent of creation (<a href="/john/1-3.htm">John 1:3</a>, <a href="/colossians/1-16.htm">Colossians 1:16</a>), reinforcing the divine nature of Christ.<p><b>bless you</b><br>The concept of blessing in the Bible often involves both spiritual and material well-being. In the context of ancient Israel, blessings were seen as a sign of God's favor and presence. This phrase is a prayer for God's provision, protection, and peace. It reflects the priestly blessing found in <a href="/numbers/6-24.htm">Numbers 6:24-26</a>, where the LORD's face shining upon His people signifies His grace and favor.<p><b>from Zion</b><br>Zion, a term often used to refer to Jerusalem, holds significant theological and historical importance. It is the location of the Temple, the center of worship and the symbol of God's dwelling among His people. The mention of Zion emphasizes the connection between God's presence and His blessings. In prophetic literature, Zion is also associated with the coming of the Messiah and the establishment of God's kingdom (<a href="/isaiah/2-3.htm">Isaiah 2:3</a>, <a href="/micah/4-2.htm">Micah 4:2</a>). In the New Testament, Zion takes on a spiritual dimension, representing the heavenly Jerusalem and the community of believers (<a href="/hebrews/12-22.htm">Hebrews 12:22</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_lord.htm">The LORD (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness to His promises.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/m/maker_of_heaven_and_earth.htm">Maker of Heaven and Earth</a></b><br>A title for God that highlights His role as the Creator, underscoring His power and authority over all creation.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/z/zion.htm">Zion</a></b><br>A term often used to refer to Jerusalem, specifically the hill where the Temple stood, symbolizing God's presence and blessing.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_creator_and_sustainer.htm">God as Creator and Sustainer</a></b><br>Recognize that God, as the Maker of heaven and earth, has the ultimate authority and power to bless His people.<br><br>Trust in God's sovereignty and His ability to provide for and sustain us in all circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_significance_of_zion.htm">The Significance of Zion</a></b><br>Understand Zion as a symbol of God's presence and His covenant relationship with His people.<br><br>Reflect on how we, as believers, are called to be a part of God's spiritual Zion, the Church, where His blessings flow.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_nature_of_divine_blessing.htm">The Nature of Divine Blessing</a></b><br>Consider that true blessing comes from God alone, and it encompasses both spiritual and material aspects of life.<br><br>Seek God's blessing in alignment with His will, knowing that He desires to bless His children abundantly.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/l/living_in_expectation_of_god's_blessing.htm">Living in Expectation of God's Blessing</a></b><br>Live with an attitude of expectancy, knowing that God desires to bless us from His holy place.<br><br>Cultivate a heart of worship and gratitude, acknowledging God's blessings in our lives.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_134.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 134</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_134_3_align_with_science.htm">In Psalm 134:3, how does claiming God as creator of heaven and earth align with scientific explanations for the universe’s origins? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_no_science_proof_of_divine_talk.htm">Psalm 3:4 claims God answers from 'his holy mountain'--why is there no scientific confirmation of divine communication from a specific location?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_we_'bless_the_lord'.htm">How does Psalm 134's call to 'bless the Lord' fit with passages like Genesis 12:2, where only God imparts blessing?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_ancient_religions_challenge_psalm_100_3.htm">Could the historical and archaeological evidence of diverse ancient religions challenge the exclusivity of 'the Lord is God' (Psalm 100:3)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/psalms/134.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(3) <span class= "bld">Made heaven and earth.</span>--For this style, as frequent in this group of psalms, see <a href="/psalms/121-2.htm" title="My help comes from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.">Psalm 121:2</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/134.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The Lord that made heaven and earth</span> (comp. <a href="/genesis/1-1.htm">Genesis 1:1</a>; <a href="/psalms/115-15.htm">Psalm 115:15</a>; <a href="/psalms/121-2.htm">Psalm 121:2</a>; <a href="/psalms/124-8.htm">Psalm 124:8</a>; <a href="/psalms/146-6.htm">Psalm 146:6</a>). <span class="cmt_word">Bless thee out of Zion</span>. God was regarded as dwelling in Zion, and therefore as giving his blessings out of Zion (comp. <a href="/psalms/20-2.htm">Psalm 20:2</a>; <a href="/psalms/53-6.htm">Psalm 53:6</a>; <a href="/psalms/128-5.htm">Psalm 128:5</a>). <p> <p> <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/134-3.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">May the 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">the Maker</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹ֝שֵׂ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·śêh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of heaven</span><br /><span class="heb">שָׁמַ֥יִם</span> <span class="translit">(šā·ma·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8064.htm">Strong's 8064: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heaven, sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and earth,</span><br /><span class="heb">וָאָֽרֶץ׃</span> <span class="translit">(wā·’ā·reṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> </span><span class="str2">Earth, land</span><br /><br /><span class="word">bless you</span><br /><span class="heb">יְבָרֶכְךָ֣</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḇā·reḵ·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | second 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">from Zion.</span><br /><span class="heb">מִצִּיּ֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(miṣ·ṣî·yō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6726.htm">Strong's 6726: </a> </span><span class="str2">Zion -- a mountain in Jerusalem, also a name for Jerusalem</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/134-3.htm">Psalm 134:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/134-3.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 134:3 May Yahweh bless you from Zion (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/134-2.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 134:2"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 134:2" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/135-1.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 135:1"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 135:1" /></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>