Commentary by A. R. FAUSSET
PSALM 128
The temporal blessings of true piety. The eighth chapter of Zecariah is a virtual commentary on this Psalm. Compare Psa 128:3; and Psa 128:2; Deu 28:33; Zec 8:10; and Psa 128:6.
1. (Compare Psa 1:1).
2. For thou shalt eat—that is, It is a blessing to live on the fruits of one's own industry.
3. by the sides—or, "within" (Psa 48:2).
olive plants—are peculiarly luxuriant (Psa 52:8).
5. In temporal blessings the pious do not forget the richer blessings of God's grace, which they shall ever enjoy.
6. Long life crowns all other temporal favors. As Psa 125:5, this Psalm closes with a prayer for peace, with prosperity for God's people.