Psalm 68:29

Translations

Modern

Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts.

Traditional

Because of thy temple at Jerusalem shall kings bring presents unto thee.

Literal

Your temple is upon Jerusalem—the kings shall bring a gift to You.

Latin

A templo tuo in Jerusalem, tibi offerent reges munera.

Original

Hebrew

English

Because of Your temple at Jerusalem kings will bring You gifts.

Notes

Psalms 68:29

The conquered kings will bring gifts to the Lord.

Psalms 68:28–31

The people pray for God's help and victory over enemy nations (Psalm 68:1–3).

Psalms 68:1–35

This prayer for God's victorious rule describes God's journey from Sinai to Zion (Psalm 68:7, 16–18, 24). He saved Israel from Egypt, led them through the wilderness, brought them to the promised land, and established his kingdom. He is a caring and victorious God, whose nature does not change. Therefore, the faithful hope and rejoice in the promise of God's universal rule.

Theme notes and profiles

David

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Places

Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions

Glossary

Book of Exodus David God, Names of Magi Mount Sinai Music Psalms, Book of

Topics

Church: Temple Jerusalem: The Temple Built In Jesus, the Christ: Messiah: Messianic Psalms

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