Psalms 133:2

It is like the precious oil upon the head, coming down upon the beard; even Aaron's beard, that cometh down upon the collar of his garments;

JPS TaNaKH 1917

In The King James Version

It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron’s beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;

In Context

1A Song of Ascents; of David. Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!

3Like the dew of Hermon, that cometh down upon the mountains of Zion; for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for ever.

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Cross References

Exodus 29:7Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his head, and anoint him.

Exodus 30:35And thou shalt make of it incense, a perfume after the art of the perfumer, seasoned with salt, pure and holy.

Leviticus 8:12And he poured of the anointing oil upon Aaron's head, and anointed him, to sanctify him.

Proverbs 27:9Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart; so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.

Matthew Henry on Psalms 133:2-3

Brotherly Love. 1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! 2 It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments; 3 As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the Lord commanded the blessing, even life for evermore. Here see, I. What it is that is commended— brethren's dwelling together in unity, not only not quarrelling, and devouring one… Read the whole commentary →

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