What does Psalm 87:4 mean?

Psalm 87:4 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 87:4 today?

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

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

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.

6The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah.

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