Peace be within thy walls, and prosperity within thy palaces. The prayer, which he would have others offer, the psalmist now offers himself. The prayer embraces, first, the whole community; then, especially those who have the direction and government of it.
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Psalms 122:7
Psalms 122:7
The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public Domain
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1. Built. The…