Psalm 87
A short, powerful psalm about Zion as the birthplace of all nations. God registers peoples from Rahab, Babylon, Philistia, Tyre, and Cush as born in Zion. All sources of joy are found in God's city.
PsalmsPsalm 87 of 1507 versesBerean Standard Bible
In this passage: JerusalemBabylon
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A Psalm of the sons of Korah. A song.
He has founded His city on the holy mountains.
The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.
Glorious things are ascribed to you, O city of God. Selah
“I will mention Rahab and Babylon among those who know Me—along with Philistia, Tyre, and Cush—when I say, ‘This one was born in Zion.’”
And it will be said of Zion: “This one and that one were born in her, and the Most High Himself will establish her.”
The LORD will record in the register of the peoples: “This one was born in Zion.” Selah
Singers and pipers will proclaim, “All my springs of joy are in You.”
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How to Hear God’s Voice: A Practical Guide for BelieversScripture is the record of a God who speaks. This guide covers how to hear Him today and keep what He says.Cross-references for Psalm 87
“So this is what the Lord GOD says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, a sure foundation; the one who believes will never be shaken.”
“I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.””
“Whoever remains in Zion and whoever is left in Jerusalem will be called holy—all in Jerusalem who are recorded among the living—”
“For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light.”
“From His fullness we have all received grace upon grace.”
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