Psalms 129:7
Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)
What Does This Mean?
This verse is part of a song or prayer in Psalms where the writer is talking about the hardships faced by farmers. It says that the work is so difficult that even the ones who gather the crops don't fill their hands or bosoms completely. It reflects on the hard labor and the challenges of farming.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're picking apples from a tree, but the apples are really high up and hard to reach. No matter how much you try, your basket doesn't fill up. This verse talks about farmers who are working really hard but still have a hard time.
Historical Background
This verse is part of a collection of Psalms, songs and prayers written by ancient Israelites. This particular Psalm was likely composed by someone who understood the struggles of farmers during a time when agriculture was the backbone of society.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, this can apply to someone working a very difficult job where despite their best efforts, the results are not as plentiful as they hoped. It can be a reminder to keep working hard even when the outcome is not what you expected.