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Psalms Chapter 87 (WBT)

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Psalms Chapter 87 (WBT)
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1 A Psalm or Song for the sons of Korah. His foundation is in the holy mountains.

2 The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

3 Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.

4 I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to them that know me: behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Cush; this man was born there.

5 And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the Highest himself shall establish her.

6 The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah.

7 As well the singers as the players on instruments shall be there: all my springs are in thee.

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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