Old Testament · Poetry
Psalms 127:2
It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep.
About Psalms 127:2
Few verses address Insomnia in the Bible as directly as Psalms 127:2. This Old Testament passage from the poetry of Psalms has become a cornerstone of biblical teaching on the subject, treasured for its precision and pastoral warmth.
Related Verses
- Psalms 4:8
“I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety. ”
- Proverbs 3:24
“When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet.”
- Matthew 11:28
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
- Psalms 3:5
“I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sustained me.”
- Psalms 63:6
“When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches.”
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How to Apply Psalms 127:2
Pray through Psalms 127:2 slowly, pausing at each phrase. Journal what God highlights regarding on the theme of Insomnia in the Bible. Commit to one concrete application over the next seven days, and revisit your notes at the end of the week to see how your perspective has shifted through the lens of this passage.
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