Lux Domini

Psalms 127:1

Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.
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Key themes

FaithPrayerPraiseLament

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Hebrews 11:1Romans 10:17Matthew 6:9Luke 18:1

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Glossary

City People

The earliest mention of city-building is that of Enoch, which was built by Cain ( Gen. 4:17 ). After the confusion of tongues, the descendants of Nimrod founded several cities (10:10-12).

Jerusalem Place

Biblical settlement. Modern identification: Jerusalem.