New International Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure. New Living Translation Pray for peace in Jerusalem. May all who love this city prosper. English Standard Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! “May they be secure who love you! Berean Standard Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper. Berean Literal Bible Ask for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper, those loving you! King James Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. New King James Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. New American Standard Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. NASB 1995 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. NASB 1977 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. Legacy Standard Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. Amplified Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you [holy city]. Berean Annotated Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem (city of peace): “May those who love you prosper (be secure). Christian Standard Bible Pray for the well-being of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure; Holman Christian Standard Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem:” May those who love you prosper; American Standard Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: They shall prosper that love thee. Contemporary English Version Jerusalem, we pray that you will have peace, and that all will go well for those who love you. English Revised Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. GOD'S WORD® Translation Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May those who love you prosper. Good News Translation Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May those who love you prosper. International Standard Version Pray for peace for Jerusalem: "May those who love you be at peace! NET Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem! May those who love her prosper! New Heart English Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Those who love you will prosper. Webster's Bible Translation Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love thee. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BiblePray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper. World English Bible Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Those who love you will prosper. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAsk [for] the peace of Jerusalem, "" Those loving you are at rest. Berean Literal Bible Ask for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper, those loving you! Young's Literal Translation Ask ye the peace of Jerusalem, At rest are those loving thee. Smith's Literal Translation Ask ye the peace of Jerusalem: they loving thee shall be at rest. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BiblePray ye for the things that are for the peace of Jerusalem: and abundance for them that love thee. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible For the peace of Jerusalem pray: “May those who love you prosper! New Revised Standard Version Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May they prosper who love you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleGreet Jerusalem with peace; they shall prosper who love you. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Invoke the peace of Jerusalem; your friends shall be prosperous. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Pray for the peace of Jerusalem; May they prosper that love thee. Brenton Septuagint Translation Pray now for the peace of Jerusalem: and let there be prosperity to them that love thee. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem…5For there the thrones of judgment stand, the thrones of the house of David. 6Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you prosper. 7May there be peace within your walls, and prosperity inside your fortresses.”… Cross References Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: Isaiah 62:6-7 On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the LORD shall take no rest for yourselves, / nor give Him any rest until He establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth. Psalm 51:18 In Your good pleasure, cause Zion to prosper; build up the walls of Jerusalem. Zechariah 8:3-5 This is what the LORD says: “I will return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem. Then Jerusalem will be called the City of Truth, and the mountain of the LORD of Hosts will be called the Holy Mountain.” / This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Old men and old women will again sit along the streets of Jerusalem, each with a staff in hand because of great age. / And the streets of the city will be filled with boys and girls playing there.” “May those who love you prosper. Isaiah 66:10-14 Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her, all who love her. Rejoice greatly with her, all who mourn over her, / so that you may nurse and be satisfied at her comforting breasts; you may drink deeply and delight yourselves in her glorious abundance. / For this is what the LORD says: “I will extend peace to her like a river, and the wealth of nations like a flowing stream; you will nurse and be carried on her arm, and bounced upon her knees. … Psalm 128:5-6 May the LORD bless you from Zion, that you may see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life, / that you may see your children’s children. Peace be upon Israel! Jeremiah 33:9 So this city will bring Me renown, joy, praise, and glory before all the nations of the earth, who will hear of all the good I do for it. They will tremble in awe because of all the goodness and prosperity that I will provide for it. Jeremiah 29:7 Seek the prosperity of the city to which I have sent you as exiles. Pray to the LORD on its behalf, for if it prospers, you too will prosper.” Zechariah 8:20-23 This is what the LORD of Hosts says: “Peoples will yet come—the residents of many cities— / and the residents of one city will go to another, saying: ‘Let us go at once to plead before the LORD and to seek the LORD of Hosts. I myself am going.’ / And many peoples and strong nations will come to seek the LORD of Hosts in Jerusalem and to plead before the LORD.” … 1 Kings 8:44-45 When Your people go to war against their enemies, wherever You send them, and when they pray to the LORD in the direction of the city You have chosen and the house I have built for Your Name, / then may You hear from heaven their prayer and their plea, and may You uphold their cause. Nehemiah 1:4-6 When I heard these words, I sat down and wept. I mourned for days, fasting and praying before the God of heaven. / Then I said: “O LORD, God of heaven, the great and awesome God who keeps His covenant of loving devotion with those who love Him and keep His commandments, / let Your eyes be open and Your ears attentive to hear the prayer that I, Your servant, now pray before You day and night for Your servants, the Israelites. I confess the sins that we Israelites have committed against You. Both I and my father’s house have sinned. Daniel 9:16-19 O Lord, in keeping with all Your righteous acts, I pray that Your anger and wrath may turn away from Your city Jerusalem, Your holy mountain; for because of our sins and the iniquities of our fathers, Jerusalem and Your people are a reproach to all around us. / So now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of Your servant. For Your sake, O Lord, cause Your face to shine upon Your desolate sanctuary. / Incline Your ear, O my God, and hear; open Your eyes and see the desolation of the city that bears Your name. For we are not presenting our petitions before You because of our righteous acts, but because of Your great compassion. … Romans 10:1 Brothers, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is for their salvation. Matthew 23:37-39 O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, who kills the prophets and stones those sent to her, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were unwilling! / Look, your house is left to you desolate. / For I tell you that you will not see Me again until you say, ‘Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.’” Luke 19:41-44 As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it / and said, “If only you had known on this day what would bring you peace! But now it is hidden from your eyes. / For the days will come upon you when your enemies will barricade you and surround you and hem you in on every side. … 1 Timothy 2:1-2 First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone— / for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity. Hebrews 12:22-24 Instead, you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. You have come to myriads of angels / in joyful assembly, to the congregation of the firstborn, enrolled in heaven. You have come to God the Judge of all, to the spirits of the righteous made perfect, / to Jesus the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel. Treasury of Scripture Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: they shall prosper that love you. pray Psalm 51:18 Do good in thy good pleasure unto Zion: build thou the walls of Jerusalem. Psalm 137:6,7 If I do not remember thee, let my tongue cleave to the roof of my mouth; if I prefer not Jerusalem above my chief joy… Jeremiah 51:50 Ye that have escaped the sword, go away, stand not still: remember the LORD afar off, and let Jerusalem come into your mind. they shall Genesis 12:3 And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed. Numbers 24:9 He couched, he lay down as a lion, and as a great lion: who shall stir him up? Blessed is he that blesseth thee, and cursed is he that curseth thee. 1 John 3:14 We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother abideth in death. Jump to Previous Jerusalem Love Peace Prayers Prosper Rest SecureJump to Next Jerusalem Love Peace Prayers Prosper Rest SecurePsalm 122 1. David professes his joy for the church6. And prays for the peace thereof Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: Jerusalem was the center of Israel’s worship and national life, chosen by God as the site of the Temple. Its peace includes security, stability, and the blessing of God upon the city and its people. The prayer looks beyond immediate conflict to the day when the Messiah will reign in righteousness and establish lasting peace. Isa 62:6-7 On your walls, O Jerusalem, I have posted watchmen;… “May those who love you prosper. Those who cherish Jerusalem and seek its good are included in this blessing. Their prosperity includes well-being, security, and spiritual blessing as they identify with God’s purposes for His people and His city. Isa 66:10-14 Be glad for Jerusalem and rejoice over her,… Persons / Places / Events 1. JerusalemThe city of Jerusalem holds a central place in biblical history and prophecy. It is the city of David, the location of the Temple, and a symbol of God's presence and peace. In the context of Psalm 122, Jerusalem represents not only a physical city but also a spiritual center for the people of Israel. 2. David Traditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 122, King David is a key figure in the Bible, known for his heart for God and his role in establishing Jerusalem as the political and spiritual capital of Israel. 3. Pilgrims Psalm 122 is a "Song of Ascents," sung by pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem for the feasts. These pilgrims represent the faithful who seek to worship God in His holy city. Teaching Points The Importance of PrayerPrayer is a powerful tool for believers. Praying for Jerusalem is an act of obedience and aligns our hearts with God's purposes. Peace as a Blessing The Hebrew word for peace, "shalom," encompasses wholeness, prosperity, and well-being. Praying for peace is praying for God's comprehensive blessing. Love for God's People Those who love Jerusalem are called to prosper. This love extends to all of God's people and His plans for them. Spiritual Pilgrimage Like the ancient pilgrims, believers today are on a spiritual journey. Our focus should be on worship and seeking God's presence. Prosperity in God's Terms True prosperity is found in alignment with God's will and purposes, not merely in material wealth. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Psalm 122:6?2. What does "pray for the peace of Jerusalem" mean for Christians today? 3. How can we actively support peace in Jerusalem as instructed in Psalm 122:6? 4. Why is Jerusalem significant in biblical prophecy and Christian eschatology? 5. How does praying for Jerusalem's peace align with Jesus' teachings on peace? 6. What blessings are promised for those who "love you" in Psalm 122:6? 7. What does "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem" in Psalm 122:6 mean for Christians today? 8. How does Psalm 122:6 relate to the modern political situation in Jerusalem? 9. Why is Jerusalem significant in the context of Psalm 122:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Psalm 122? (6, 7) It is impossible in English to reproduce the effect of the original in these references to the usual greetings of the East, since at the same time they contain alliterations and a play on the name of Jerusalem. There is first the challenge to the body of pilgrims to give the customary salutation, and then it is taken up in a threefold wish, varied each time. Then follows the reason of this unanimous and hearty prayer: "Ask for the peace of the city of peace; prosperity be to thy lovers, peace within thy walls, prosperity in thy palaces."Verse 6. - Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Let all true Israelites "pray for the peace of Jerusalem," i.e. for her tranquility and for her prosperity. They shall prosper that love thee. A covert threat, as well as a promise. "Such as love Jerusalem, and pray for her peace, shall prosper; such as do not love her shall lack prosperity." Psalm 122:6 calls believers to continual, heartfelt intercession for Jerusalem’s comprehensive peace. When we pray this way, we unite with God’s covenant purposes, express love for His chosen city, and position ourselves to receive the promised blessing of prosperity in His terms—spiritual wholeness and God-sustained well-being. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Prayשַׁ֭אֲלוּ (’ă·lū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 7592: To inquire, to request, to demand for the peace שְׁל֣וֹם (šə·lō·wm) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7965: Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace of Jerusalem: יְרוּשָׁלִָ֑ם (yə·rū·šā·lim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3389: Jerusalem -- probably 'foundation of peace', capital city of all Israel “May those who love you אֹהֲבָֽיִךְ׃ (’ō·hă·ḇā·yiḵ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct | second person feminine singular Strong's 157: To have affection f prosper. יִ֝שְׁלָ֗יוּ (yiš·lā·yū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 7951: To be tranquil, secure, successful Additonal Resources Psalm 122:6 Blue Letter BiblePsalm 122:6 Bible Gateway Psalm 122:6 Bible.com Psalm 122:6 NIV |



