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Psalms 133:3

Psalms 133:3
As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion,.... Hermon was a very high hill beyond Jordan; the Sidonians called it Sirion, and the Amorites Shenir, Deu 3:8; hence…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

As the dew of Hermon ... - On the situation of Mount Hermon, see the notes at Psa 89:12. The literal rendering of this passage would be, “Like the dew of Hermon which descends on the mountains of…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 133:1-3

Here see, I. What it is that is commended - brethren's dwelling together in unity, not only not quarrelling, and devouring one another, but delighting in each other with mutual endearments, and…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Like dew of Hermon, which descendeth upon the mountains of Zion There is no justification for inserting the words and as the dew,as in A.V. "The dews of Syrian nights are excessive; on many mornings…