Cross-References — Psalms 120

4 pairs

1. Psalm 120:1→referencesPsalm 18:6

   Both verses express the psalmist's cry to the Lord in times of distress and the assurance that God hears their plea.

   Thematic focusPrayer, Divine Response, Distress.

   • #Prayer
   • #DivineResponse
   • #Distress

2. Psalm 120:2→referencesJames 3:8

   Psalm 120:2 speaks of deceitful tongues, which James 3:8 also addresses, highlighting the destructive power of the tongue.

   Thematic focusDeceit, Power of Speech, Tongue.

   • #Deceit
   • #Speech
   • #Tongue

3. Psalm 120:5→referencesGenesis 10:2

   Psalm 120:5 mentions Meshech, which is also listed among the descendants of Japheth in Genesis 10:2, indicating a distant and foreign land.

   Thematic focusExile, Foreign Lands, Alienation.

   • #Exile
   • #ForeignLands
   • #Alienation

4. Psalm 120:6-7→referencesMatthew 5:9

   Psalm 120:6-7 speaks of the psalmist's desire for peace amidst conflict, which aligns with Jesus' blessing on peacemakers in Matthew 5:9.

   Thematic focusPeace, Conflict, Peacemaking.

   • #Peace
   • #Conflict
   • #Peacemaking

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