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Psalm 121 — I to the Hills Will Lift Mine Eyes

Author: Scottish Psalter (1650)
Year: 1650
Style: metrical_psalm
Public Domain
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Theological Analysis

A metrical versification of Psalm 121, a Song of Ascents sung by pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem. It declares that God is the unfailing keeper of His people — He neither slumbers nor sleeps. One of the most comforting psalms in the Psalter, assuring God's constant protection day and night.

Theological Strengths

  • Direct versification of inspired Scripture — Psalm 121
  • One of the great Songs of Ascents (pilgrimage psalms)
  • Declares God never slumbers nor sleeps
  • Comprehensive promise of divine protection
  • Comforting assurance for all of life's journeys

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Full Lyrics

I to the hills will lift mine eyes,

From whence doth come mine aid.

My safety cometh from the Lord,

Who heaven and earth hath made.

Thy foot he'll not let slide, nor will

He slumber that thee keeps.

Behold, he that keeps Israel,

He slumbers not, nor sleeps.

The Lord thee keeps, the Lord thy shade

On thy right hand doth stay:

The moon by night thee shall not smite,

Nor yet the sun by day.

The Lord shall keep thy soul; he shall

Preserve thee from all ill.

Henceforth thy going out and in

God keep for ever will.

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