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The kingdom will expand and increase, beginning from Jerusalem, until all enemies are conquered.
Jesus and the apostles quote this psalm to explain the unique role and authority of Jesus as the Messiah (Matthew 22:43–45; Acts 2:32–36). The psalm also confirms God’s covenant with David. It gives hope that God will fulfill his promise in the future (see 2 Samuel 7:8–16).
Parallels
Places
Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Holy War Holy War Jesus Christ, Teachings of Messiah Music Oath Psalms, Book of
Topics
Church: Prophecies Concerning Prosperity of Church: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Jesus, the Christ: King Jesus, the Christ: Messiah: Messianic Psalms Jesus, the Christ: Prophecies Concerning Universality of the Kingdom of