Psalm 133: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Psalm 133 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

The psalmist proclaims how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to live together in unity (v. 1). This unity is compared to ‘the precious oil on the head’ that ran down Aaron’s beard to the edge of his robes (v. 2). Additionally, the psalmist likens it to the dew of Hermon, which descends on the hills of Zion (v. 3). There, Yahweh gives the blessing of life forever more.

Key verse

“See how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to live together in unity!”
Psalms 133:1 (WEB)

Outline

Psalm 133:1 The Beauty of Unity
Psalm 133:2 Imagery of Anointing Oil
Psalm 133:3 Dew of Hermon and Life

Discussion questions

In verse 1, what does the psalmist say about brothers living together?
What imagery is used in verse 2 to describe unity?
In verse 2, why is the oil described as 'precious' and significant for Aaron?
In verse 3, what does the comparison to the dew of Hermon suggest about unity?
When have you experienced 'good and pleasant' unity in your community or relationships?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Psalm 133: 1 Corinthians 1, 1 Peter 3, John 13.

Before next time: read Psalm 134.