Psalms for Finding a Partner (Zivug)
Which Psalms do you say for finding a partner?
The main chapters for finding a righteous partner are: 32, 70, 72, 121, 138, and in particular the 15 Songs of Ascent (Chapters 120–134). The custom is to recite them three consecutive days, three times a day, with sincere intention for a suitable match.
For the segula of finding a righteous partner (Zivug Hagun), Jewish tradition points to specific Psalms. The 15 "Songs of Ascent" (Chapters 120–134), each beginning with "A Song of Ascents," are a well-known segula for finding a match, mentioned in the book Simchat HaNefesh by Rabbi Elchanan Henigsberg (18th century). According to tradition, the Songs of Ascent were recited by the Levites during the Temple festivals. Chapter 121 ("I lift my eyes to the mountains — whence will my help come?"), known as the "Guardian of Israel," is recited as protection and supplication. Custom: recite these chapters three consecutive days, three times per day, with sincere intention for a worthy match. These chapter lists reflect widely-cited traditional Jewish custom. Different communities and authorities may use slightly different chapter sets.
Based on traditional sources
Traditional Chapters
These chapter lists reflect widely-cited traditional Jewish custom. Different communities may use slightly different chapter sets.
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Which Psalms do you say for finding a partner?+
The main chapters: 32, 70, 72, 121, 138, and particularly the 15 Songs of Ascent (Chapters 120–134). The custom is to recite them three consecutive days, three times a day, with sincere intention.
What are the "Songs of Ascent" and why are they a segula for finding a partner?+
The Songs of Ascent are 15 Psalms (120–134), each beginning with "A Song of Ascents." According to tradition, they were recited by the Levites at the Temple celebrations. They are called a "segula for a match" in the book Simchat HaNefesh (Rabbi Elchanan Henigsberg, 18th century) and by leading rabbinic authorities.
How long do you continue reciting Psalms for a match?+
A common custom is to recite these chapters for 40 consecutive days, three times per day. Some say three days only. The primary element is sincere intention.
Sources
- • ספר "שמחת הנפש" — ר' אלחנן הנייגרבוים (מאה ה-18)
- • מנהגי גדולי ישראל
- • Westminster Leningrad Codex (Public Domain) — openscriptures/morphhb
Based on traditional sources — not a substitute for rabbinic guidance