Translations
Modern
But He chose the tribe of Judah, Mount Zion, which He loved.
Traditional
But chose the tribe of Judah, the mount Zion which he loved.
Literal
And He chose the tribe of Judah, Mount Zion, which He loved.
Latin
…sed elegit tribum Juda, montem Sion, quem dilexit.
Original
Hebrew
English
But He chose the tribe of Judah, Mount Zion, which He loved.
Notes
In the choice of Mount Zion instead of Shiloh as God’s sanctuary on earth, God moved from the north to the south (see Psalm 69).
This wisdom psalm urges people to learn wisdom and share it faithfully.
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
People
Judah: Israelite tribe, kingdom, and province
Places
Jerusalem: The capital of Israel, a holy city for three religions
Glossary
Asaph Music Psalms, Book of Song of Moses Temple Worship Zion Zoan
Topics
God: Love of God: Love of, Exemplified God: Mercy of Predestination: General Scriptures Concerning