How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down on the collar of his robe. It is as if the dew of Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For there the LORD bestows His blessing, even life forevermore. Psalm 133:1-3 (This Psalm is only three verses)
This very short and beautiful poem is an acknowledgement of the value of healthy relationships woven together with praise to the Author of Peace. It is classified as a Wisdom Psalm written by David.
Oil was a precious commodity and the most valuable was used for anointing. This perfume is poured generously, as if there was a never ending supply. Peace validates and brings us to a higher standard of living.
If you want to see a snow capped mountain in the Middle East, then Mt. Hermon is the place. It is the highest point in Israel and is the source of the Jordan River. The water that it provides gives life to land and people.
Unity? Harmony? It is the quality of existence. Choose peace, if not for someone else, then for yourself.
Love,
Gretchen