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Psalm 128:1
ESV Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways!
NIV A song of ascents. Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in obedience to him.
NASB Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, Who walks in His ways.
CSB A song of ascents. How happy is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in his ways!
NLT How joyful are those who fear the Lord — all who follow his ways!
KJV A Song of degrees. Blessed is every one that feareth the Lord; that walketh in his ways.
NKJV {A Song of Ascents.} Blessed is every one who fears the Lord, Who walks in His ways.

What does Psalm 128:1 mean?

The word translated "blessed" here is the Hebrew as're, which can also mean "happy," as it is often translated in the following verse (Psalm 128:2). Later verses (Psalms 128:4–5) use the root word barak, referring to something or someone which is blessed. Those who "fear" God are not terrified of Him; they recognize Him as Lord and live accordingly (Proverbs 1:7). This does not make life easy (John 16:33) and it can invite persecution (John 15:20). Yet following God's will is always the path to lasting joy and peace (Galatians 5:22).

To walk in the Lord's ways is not something a person accomplishes in one single moment. It is a lifelong practice of taking one step at a time. Following His path (Psalm 37:23) steers a person away from the dangers and consequences which plague an ungodly life (Proverbs 9:10–11; 11:3–8; 14:27).
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