Psalms 122

Psalms 122

A joyous Song of Ascent expressing delight at arriving in Jerusalem. The Psalmist exclaims, "I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go into the house of the Lord.'" The Psalmist praises Jerusalem, the united city built for the tribes of Israel to gather and give thanks to the Lord. The Psalmist commands the people to "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: May they prosper who love you." The Psalm concludes with a vow to seek the good of the city for the sake of God's house.

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Ruth 1

A famine drives Elimelech, Naomi, and their two sons from Bethlehem to Moab. Elimelech and his sons die. Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem, but only her Moabite daughter-in-law, Ruth, follows.

Ruth 2

Ruth begins gleaning (gathering leftover grain) in the fields of Boaz, a wealthy and kind relative of Naomi. Boaz shows Ruth great favor, recognizing her loyalty to Naomi and her God.

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