Thematic Bible

Psalm 84:1

For the choir director: on the Gittith. A psalm of the sons of Korah.How lovely is Your dwelling place,
Lord of Hosts.

Psalm 84:2

I long and yearn
for the courts of the Lord;
my heart and flesh cry out for the living God.

Psalm 84:3

Even a sparrow finds a home,
and a swallow, a nest for herself
where she places her young—
near Your altars, Lord of Hosts,
my King and my God.

Psalm 84:4

How happy are those who reside in Your house,
who praise You continually.Selah

Psalm 84:5

Happy are the people whose strength is in You,
whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.

Psalm 84:6

As they pass through the Valley of Baca,
they make it a source of springwater;
even the autumn rain will cover it with blessings.

Psalm 84:7

They go from strength to strength;
each appears before God in Zion.

Psalm 84:8

Lord God of Hosts, hear my prayer;
listen, God of Jacob.Selah

Psalm 84:9

Consider our shield, God;
look on the face of Your anointed one.

Psalm 84:10

Better a day in Your courts
than a thousand anywhere else.
I would rather be at the door of the house of my God
than to live in the tents of wicked people.

Psalm 84:11

For the Lord God is a sun and shield.
The Lord gives grace and glory;
He does not withhold the good
from those who live with integrity.

Psalm 84:12

Happy is the person who trusts in You,
Lord of Hosts!