Chapter Summary
Read Psalms Chapter 87 in full above. This chapter is part of the book of Psalms and continues the narrative, teachings, or poetry found throughout this biblical text.
Psalms Chapter 87
Chapter 87 of Psalms from the Holy Bible
Verses
Psalms 87:1
His foundation is in the holy mountains.
Psalms 87:2
The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.
Psalms 87:3
Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.
Psalms 87:4
I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to them that know me: behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Ethiopia; this man was born there.
Psalms 87:5
And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the highest himself shall establish her.
Psalms 87:6
The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah.
Psalms 87:7
As well the singers as the players on instruments shall be there: all my springs are in thee.
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What is Psalms Chapter 87 about?
Psalms Chapter 87 is part of the book of Psalms in the Wisdom Literature (Poetic Books). This chapter contains 7 verses. Read the full text above to study its message in context with the surrounding chapters.
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