A song. A psalm of the descendants of Korah.
1 The Lord founded the city on his holy mountain.
2 Jerusalem is the city that the Lord loves more than any other city in Israel.87:2. "Israel": literally, Jacob.
3 Many wonderful things are said of you, city of God! Selah.
4 I mention Egypt87:4. Literally, "Rahab." and Babylon as those who know me, and in addition Philistia, Tyre, and Ethiopia—"this man was born there."87:4. The meaning of this verse is debated. What it seems to be saying is that despite the patriotism for each country/city mentioned, the best is to be born in Jerusalem. (See following verse.)
5 It will be said concerning Jerusalem, "Everyone was born there,"87:5. In other words, everyone will have the right to citizenship in Jerusalem. and the Most High will make it secure.
6 When the Lord registers the nations, he will write, "They were born there."87:6. In Jerusalem. Selah.
7 Singers and dancers alike say, "Living here I am at home."87:7. Literally, "All of my springs are in you."
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