Psalms 72:3 Meaning and Explanation
“The mountains shall bring peace to the people, and the little hills, by righteousness.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Righteous governance creates universal peace, depicted through nature's response.
The Context of Psalms 72:3
Righteousness produces peace that transforms the entire world.
What Does Psalms 72:3 Mean?
This verse shifts to cosmic imagery, suggesting that a righteous king's rule extends beyond political administration into the natural order itself. The mountains and hills, often symbols of permanence and authority, bring peace—indicating that God's order becomes visible and tangible throughout creation.
The pairing of mountains with 'little hills' emphasizes that peace flows from all creation, great and small. This language conveys not temporary political stability but an enduring state of wholeness where righteousness becomes the foundation of all existence.
Psalms 72:3 in the Original Language
shalom (שָׁלוֹם), 'peace' — wholeness, completeness, and right relationship between all parties.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 72:3
What does Psalms 72:3 mean?
Righteous governance creates universal peace, depicted through nature's response.
What is the context of Psalms 72:3?
Righteousness produces peace that transforms the entire world.