God the Help of Those Who Seek Him A Song of Ascents. 1 Iwill lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help? 2 My helpcomesfrom theLord,…

The Joy of Going to the House of the Lord A Song of Ascents. Of David. 1 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the…

Prayer for Relief from Contempt A Song of Ascents. 1 Unto YouI lift up my eyes, O Youwho dwell in the heavens. 2 Behold, as the eyes of servantslookto the…

The Lord the Defense of His People A Song of Ascents. Of David. 1 “If it had not been theLordwho was on ourside,” Let Israel now say— 2 “If it…

The Lord the Strength of His People A Song of Ascents. 1 Those who trust in theLord Arelike Mount Zion, Whichcannot be moved,butabides forever. 2 As the mountains surround Jerusalem,…

A Joyful Return to Zion A Song of Ascents. 1 WhentheLordbrought back the captivity of Zion, We were like those who dream. 2 Thenour mouth was filled with laughter, And…

Laboring and Prospering with the Lord A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon. 1 Unless theLordbuilds the house, They labor in vain who build it; UnlesstheLordguards the city, The watchman stays…

Blessings of Those Who Fear the Lord A Song of Ascents. 1 Blessedisevery one who fears theLord, Who walks in His ways. 2 When you eat the labor of your…

Song of Victory over Zion’s Enemies Song of Ascents. 1 “Many a time they haveafflicted me frommy youth,” Let Israel now say— 2 “Many a time they have afflicted me…

Waiting for the Redemption of the Lord A Song of Ascents. 1 Outof the depths I have cried to You, OLord; 2 Lord, hear my voice! Let Your ears be…