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Psalms Chapter 87 (NHEB)

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Psalms Chapter 87 (NHEB)
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1 A Psalm by the sons of Korah; a Song. His foundation is in the holy mountains.

2 The Lord loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

3 Glorious things are spoken about you, city of God. Selah.

4 I will record Rahab and Babylon among those who acknowledge me. Behold, Philistia, Tyre, and also Ethiopia: "This one was born there."

5 Yes, of Zion it will be said, "This one and that one was born in her;" the Most High himself will establish her.

6 The Lord will count, when he writes up the peoples, "This one was born there." Selah.

7 Those who sing as well as those who dance say, "All my springs are in you."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Psalm 87 about?
It's a short psalm praising Zion, God's chosen city, declaring "glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God" (v.3).
Which nations are mentioned as being 'born' in Zion in Psalm 87?
Verse 4 mentions Rahab (Egypt) and Babylon, along with Philistia, Tyre, and Ethiopia, as peoples counted among those recorded as born there.
How does Psalm 87 end?
It ends with singers and instrument players declaring, "all my springs are in thee" (v.7), affirming Zion as the source of life and joy for God's people.

Today's Verse

Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.

Psalms 104:25 | ASV

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