The Lord Our Protector A song of ascents. 1 I lift my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? 2 My help comes from theLord, the Maker…

A Prayer for Jerusalem A Davidic song of ascents. 1 I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of theLord.” 2 Our feet are…

Looking for God’s Favor A song of ascents. 1 I lift my eyes to You, the One enthroned in heaven. 2 Like a servant’s eyes on his master’s hand, like…

The Lord Is on Our Side A Davidic song of ascents. 1 If theLordhad not been on our side — let Israel say — 2 If theLordhad not been on…

Israel’s Stability A song of ascents. 1 Those who trust in theLordare like Mount Zion. It cannot be shaken; it remains forever. 2 Jerusalem — the mountains surround her. And…

Zion’s Restoration A song of ascents. 1 When theLordrestored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream. 2 Our mouths were filled with laughter then, and our tongues…

The Blessing of the Lord A Solomonic song of ascents. 1 Unless theLordbuilds a house, its builders labor over it in vain; unless theLordwatches over a city, the watchman stays…

Blessings for Those Who Fear God A song of ascents. 1 How happy is everyone who fears theLord, who walks in His ways! 2 You will surely eat what your…

Protection of the Oppressed A song of ascents. 1 Since my youth they have often attacked me — let Israel say — 2 Since my youth they have often attacked…

Awaiting Redemption A song of ascents. 1 Out of the depths I call to You, Yahweh! 2 Lord, listen to my voice; let Your ears be attentive to my cry…