What does Psalm 87:3 mean?

Psalm 87:3 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 87:3 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.

1His foundation is in the holy mountains.

2The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

3Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.

4I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to them that know me: behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Ethiopia; this man was born there.

5And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the highest himself shall establish her.

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