The Lord the Keeper of Israel. A Song of Ascents. 1 I will lift up my eyes to the mountains; From where shall my help come? 2 My helpcomesfrom the…

Prayer for the Peace of Jerusalem. A Song of Ascents, of David. 1 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”…

Prayer for the Lord’s Help. A Song of Ascents. 1 To You I lift up my eyes, O You who are enthroned in the heavens! 2 Behold, as the eyes…

Praise for Rescue from Enemies. A Song of Ascents, of David. 1 “Had it not been the Lordwho was on our side,” Let Israel now say, 2 “Had it not…

The Lord Surrounds His People. A Song of Ascents. 1 Those who trust in the Lord Are as Mount Zion, which cannot be moved but abides forever. 2 As the…

Thanksgiving for Return from Captivity. A Song of Ascents. 1 When the Lordbrought back the captive ones of Zion, We were like those who dream. 2 Then our mouth was…

Prosperity Comes from the Lord. A Song of Ascents, of Solomon. 1 Unless the Lordbuilds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lordguards the city, The…

Blessedness of the Fear of the Lord. A Song of Ascents. 1 How blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, Who walks in His ways. 2 When you shall eat…

Prayer for the Overthrow of Zion’s Enemies. A Song of Ascents. 1 “Many times they have persecuted me from my youth up,” Let Israel now say, 2 “Many times they…

Hope in the Lord’s Forgiving Love. A Song of Ascents. 1 Out of the depths I have cried to You, O Lord. 2 Lord, hear my voice! Let Your ears…