Now more than ever, a South Carolina priest emphasizes the importance of the message of unity in Psalm 133.

"Witness the beauty and joy of brothers living in harmony! It is like the precious oil that flows down Aaron's beard, cascading onto his robes. It is like the dew that falls from Hermon's mountains, nourishing Zion's peaks. For in this unity, the Lord has decreed eternal life and blessings." (Psalm 133:1-3)

The verses from the book of Psalms in Psalm 133 convey a message of unity and hope, which is especially relevant in today's challenging circumstances, as a Catholic priest stated on Planet Chronicle Digital.

Rev. Jeffrey Kirby stated that on weekends across the United States, diverse Jewish and Christian communities turn to the Book of Psalms for prayer.

Father Kirby is the pastor of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Indian Land, South Carolina, and he hosts the morning devotional "Morning Offering with Father Kirby."

The psalms, often sung by a cantor or chorus, reveal the inner workings of the human heart as we seek to connect with God," he stated, and "they offer a unique collection of glimpses into the human mind and its yearning to comprehend the divine.

Kirby stated that the 150 psalms contain expressions of every human emotion, including lamentations and songs of praise.

He stated that they are "expressive, natural, and convey the profound beauty and chaos of the human heart."

Psalm 133 is especially poignant in light of recent events.

We can turn to the Book of Psalms, as countless generations before us have done, in our times marked by polarization and division, recently heightened by the attempted assassination of a former president and leading political candidate.

Psalm 133 can uplift our hearts and offer us guidance and inspiration.

Kirby stated that the psalm was one of the Psalms of Ascent, as it was sung by people approaching Jerusalem for a major feast. The psalm's call for unity and its conviction of hope for peace among people are particularly powerful, affecting believers of all generations.

"Psalm 133, in typical fashion with the psalms, captures the deepest sentiments of many Americans today, according to Kirby."

The utilization of oil in ancient Israel served as a symbol of God's favor and blessing, indicating His presence and purpose.

The concept of unity was likened to oil on Aaron's robe, the spiritual father of the temple priests in the Old Testament, he stated.

"The psalmist is conveying that unity is a divine blessing, linked to the worship of God and the prayers of people."

"As we pray this psalm, we feel it resonate within our own souls and the soul of our nation."

In biblical times, Mount Hermon held a unique significance that may not be recognized by contemporary readers, Kirby stated.

The largest and most visible mountain range in the Holy Land is Mount Hermon, according to him.

"The dew of Hermon was viewed as a symbol of God's blessings and the assurance of life due to its height."

The dew of Hermon is likened to unity by the psalmist, as Kirby observed.

"Unity is also shown to be a shining display of God's blessing upon us."

"As the mountain range offered defense, security, and fresh springs to God's people, so unity provides protection, stability, and refreshment to society," he stated.

"As Mount Hermon was a symbol of God's blessings, unity is also a reflection of His blessing," he stated.

Kirby stated, "As we recite this psalm, we sense its echo in our hearts and the heart of our nation."

"We yearn and pine as Americans, asking God for unity and peace, which are like the precious oil and dew from Hermon."