Psalms 120 Bible Study Guide

Psalm 120 is the first of the Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120-134), a collection of psalms sung by pilgrims traveling up to Jerusalem for the festivals. This short psalm is a lament in which the psalmist cries out for deliverance from lying lips and deceitful tongues. He expresses his distress at dwelling among people who hate peace. The psalm reflects the experience of God's people living in a hostile world and longing for God's deliverance.