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Psalms 131 Summary
A Humble and Quiet Soul
The psalmist declares that his heart is not proud and his eyes are not lofty, nor does he involve himself in matters too great for him. He has calmed himself like a weaned child calmed by its mother. He calls upon Israel to hope in the Lord forever.
Key themes
HumilityQuietnessTrust in GodChildlike faith
Key verses
Psalms 131:1
“LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me.”
Psalms 131:2
“Surely I have behaved and quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child.”
Psalms 131:3
“Let Israel hope in the LORD from henceforth and for ever.”
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