Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!
PSALM 133 A Psalm of thanksgiving for that holy concord which prevailed in the nation, and which the Lord’s people are earnestly exhorted to maintain. A Song of Degrees of David. Psalm 133:1-3 1. Behold! how good, and how becoming, that brethren The word brethren is not limited to those who are descended from the same parents; it denotes such as are members of the...
Commenting on Psalm 133:1-3
Behold. It is a wonder seldom seen, therefore behold it! It may be seen, for it is the characteristic of real saints, —therefore fail not to inspect it! It is well worthy of admiration; pause and gaze upon it! It will charm you into imitation, therefore note it well! God looks on with approval, therefore consider it with attention.
Here see, I. What it is that is commended - brethren's dwelling together in unity, not only not quarrelling, and devouring one another, but delighting in each other with mutual endearments, and promoting each other's welfare with mutual services. Sometimes it is chosen, as the best expedient for preserving peace, that brethren should live asunder and at a distance from each other; that indeed may...
Commenting on Psalm 133:1-3