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Psalm 127:3-5
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3 Children are a gift[a] from the Lord,
    a reward from a mother’s womb.
4 A young man’s sons
    are like the arrows in a soldier’s hand.
5 The man who fills his quiver with sons
    will be very blessed.
He will never be defeated
    when he opposes his enemy at the city gates.[b]

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  1. Psalm 127:3 gift Literally, “inheritance.” This usually means the land God gave to each family in Israel.
  2. Psalm 127:5 city gates This can refer to either a battle to protect the city or to a court case held in this public place.
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Psalm 127:3-5
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3 Children are a heritage from the Lord,
    offspring a reward(A) from him.
4 Like arrows(B) in the hands of a warrior
    are children born in one’s youth.
5 Blessed is the man
    whose quiver is full of them.(C)
They will not be put to shame
    when they contend with their opponents(D) in court.(E)

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