What does Psalm 131:2 mean?

Psalm 131:2 highlights themes such as peace, trust, childlike-faith when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 131:2 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Surely I have behaved and quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child.

1LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither do I exercise myself in great matters, or in things too high for me.

2Surely I have behaved and quieted myself, as a child that is weaned of his mother: my soul is even as a weaned child.

3Let Israel hope in the LORD from henceforth and for ever.

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1 Peter 5:7
Both verses encourage casting burdens on the Lord, reflecting a childlike trust.
Isaiah 26:3
This verse speaks of perfect peace for those whose minds are stayed on God, similar to the psalmist's quietness.
Matthew 18:3
Jesus emphasizes the need for childlike faith, paralleling the psalmist's humble trust.