Our Redemption Songs Study Series on the Book of Psalms -- Sefer Tehillim, features in-depth analysis of prophetic songful verses redacted and composed by the legendary "Sweet Singer of Israel," King David. The Awe-Psalm Ascendancy Segment of this larger Series focuses specifically on the Fifteen Psalms known as The Shir HaMa’alot (Songs of Ascent). __________________________________ In the third and final Episode of Psalm 123 "HELD IN CONTEMPT" we deal with the Denigration of Am Yisrael that is brought on by the Derision of the Nations. With Souls Sated with the Scorn of our Sworn Enemies, we pray even more intensely for the Salvation to be ushered in by our long-awaited Moshiach! Having developed a profound understanding of the opening two verses, we can now move to conclude our study of this unique prayerful psalm. Our long and painful Galut/Exilic Odessey has humbled us to the point of full saturation. For too long we have suffered derision and degradation of the complacent. For too long we’ve been tormented by the scorn and humiliation of the arrogant. Isn’t it high time for Hashem’s children to finally be brought home? This third and climatic offering on Psalm 123 is the sixteenth consecutive segment of the Awe-Psalm Ascendancy Series on the Shir HaMa'alot.

Our Redemption Songs Study Series on the Book of Psalms -- Sefer Tehillim, features in-depth analysis of prophetic songful verses redacted and composed by the legendary "Sweet Singer of Israel," King David. The Awe-Psalm Ascendancy Segment of this larger Series focuses specifically on the Fifteen Psalms known as The Shir HaMa’alot (Songs of Ascent). __________________________________ In the second Episode of Psalm 123, entitled "UNTIL GRACE," we see Eyes of Servitude Directed towards a Master, and we view a Gaze of Dependence to better understand how and why we are Lift Our Eyes to Hashem! Appreciating verse two, requires an in-depth analysis of the precise intention of the unusual prophetic parable designed to clarify the meaning of our prayerful petition. Discover the historic manifestations of Divine dependence we experienced in the journey of our Exodus was designed to imbue Faithful Trust. And learn why the paradigm of servitude becomes the perfect parable. Employing Gender Benders, and differing forms of embodiment, this prophetic verse utilizes a unique set of circumstances to fully illuminate our relationship with G-d and the World He created!

Our Redemption Songs Study Series on the Book of Psalms -- Sefer Tehillim, features in-depth analysis of prophetic songful verses redacted and composed by the legendary "Sweet Singer of Israel," King David. The Awe-Psalm Ascendancy Segment of this larger Series focuses specifically on the Fifteen Psalms known as The Shir HaMa’alot (Songs of Ascent). __________________________________ The first Episode of Psalm 123, entitled "LIFT YOUR EYES" directs us to see beyond and ultimately Gaze Heavenward, a euphemism for everything's spiritual source! Our literary journey will cover verse one, as we begin our discovery of the meaning woven into this prophetic tapestry of poetic petition. Addressing questions like: what are we praying for, and what motivates this unique entreaty, is it a private expression of heartfelt need, or is this the voice of a nation? As the focus shifts towards the highest Heavens, other challenges cloud our vision. The resolution and remarkable insight revealed will enable us to tap into our deepest spiritual essence, stirring the Neshama’s very core. Learning to look beyond the façade, recognizing Hashem’s Heavenly presence in within nature to best fulfill our earthly Mission of Perfecting the World!