Psalms131
English Standard Version
1A of . Of . O Lord, my is ; my are too high; I do myself with things too and too me.
2But I have and my , like a with its ; like a is my me.
3O , in the Lord this .
Cross References
Psalms 131Jesus uses the child metaphor to teach the same humble, converted state of mind.
Supported by Matthew Henry, JFB
Lofty eyes (haughty looks) are directly identified as a primary manifestation of pride.
Supported by Matthew Poole, JFB
Paul instructs believers not to mind high things, but to associate with the humble.
Supported by John Calvin
Identical verbal call for Israel to hope in the Lord, concluding the preceding Song of Degrees.
Supported by Matthew Henry
God warns Baruch against seeking great things for himself, matching the Psalmist's restraint.
Supported by John Calvin
Uses the identical imagery of those weaned from milk to illustrate receiving divine instruction.
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Explicitly connects humbling oneself like a little child to entering the kingdom.
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Parallels the language of things 'too wonderful' or too high to grasp or pursue.
Supported by John Calvin
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