Psalms 129:3

“The plowers plowed upon my back: they made long their furrows.”

"The plowers plowed upon my back: they made long their furrows." - Psalms 129:3
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What does Psalms 129:3 mean?

Psalm 129:3 (KJV) reads: "The plowers plowed upon my back: they made long their furrows." This verse comes from the Book of Psalms, which is a collection of religious songs, prayers, and poems that express a range of emotions and experiences, including praise, thanksgiving…

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The Plow and the Path: Embracing Suffering for Growth

In the challenging landscape of life, Psalm 129:3 speaks volumes to those who find themselves bearing heavy burdens and facing trials. The verse reads, "The plowers plowed upon my back: they made long their furrows." This vivid imagery serves as a poignant metaphor for the…

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A Prayer for Resilience in Affliction

Dear Heavenly Father, As I come before You in humble prayer, my heart is filled with gratitude for Your unwavering presence in my life. In moments of pain, distress, and deep sorrow, I seek solace in Your Word, knowing that Your truths are a refuge for my weary soul. Today…

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Psalms 129:3 - "The plowers plowed upon my back: they made long their furrows."
Psalms 129:6 - "Let them be as the grass upon the housetops, which withereth afore it groweth up:"
Psalms 129:5 - "Let them all be confounded and turned back that hate Zion."
Psalms 129:4 - "The LORD is righteous: he hath cut asunder the cords of the wicked."
Psalms 119:129 - "Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them."
Psalms 129:7 - "Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom."
Psalms 129:1 - "Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say:"
"Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say:" - Psalms 129:1
Psalms 129:2 - "Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth: yet they have not prevailed against me."
Psalms 129:8 - "Neither do they which go by say, The blessing of the LORD be upon you: we bless you in the name of the LORD."
"Let them all be confounded and turned back that hate Zion." - Psalms 129:5
"The LORD is righteous: he hath cut asunder the cords of the wicked." - Psalms 129:4
"Thy testimonies are wonderful: therefore doth my soul keep them." - Psalms 119:129
"Let them be as the grass upon the housetops, which withereth afore it groweth up:" - Psalms 129:6
"Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand; nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom." - Psalms 129:7
"Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth: yet they have not prevailed against me." - Psalms 129:2
"Neither do they which go by say, The blessing of the LORD be upon you: we bless you in the name of the LORD." - Psalms 129:8
Psalms 111:3 - "His work is honourable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever."
Psalms 88:3 - "For my soul is full of troubles: and my life draweth nigh unto the grave."
Psalms 103:3 - "Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;"
Psalms 87:3 - "Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah."
Psalms 67:3 - "Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee."
Psalms 116:3 - "The sorrows of death compassed me, and the pains of hell gat hold upon me: I found trouble and sorrow."
"Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward." - Psalms 127:3
"The sea saw it, and fled: Jordan was driven back." - Psalms 114:3
Psalms 138:3 - "In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in my soul."
"There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard." - Psalms 19:3
"Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised; and his greatness is unsearchable." - Psalms 145:3
"He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds." - Psalms 147:3