Thematic Bible

Psalm 84:1

([Psalm of Korah]) How lovely are your dwelling places, O Jehovah of Hosts!

Psalm 84:2

How I want to be there! I long to be in Jehovah's temple. With my whole being I sing for joy to the living God.

Psalm 84:3

Even small birds have built a nest, and the swallows have their own home. They keep their young near your altars O Jehovah my king and my God.

Psalm 84:4

How happy (blessed) are those who live in your temple always singing praise to you.

Psalm 84:5

How happy are those whose strength comes from you, who are eager to make the pilgrimage to Mount Zion.

Psalm 84:6

As they pass through the dry valley of Baca, it becomes a place of springs; the autumn rain fills it with pools.

Psalm 84:7

They grow stronger as they go and they will see the God of gods on Zion.

Psalm 84:8

Hear my prayer, Lord Jehovah of Hosts. Listen, O God of Jacob!

Psalm 84:9

Look at our shield, O God. Look with favor on the face of your anointed one.

Psalm 84:10

One day in your courtyards is better than a thousand anywhere else. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.

Psalm 84:11

For Jehovah God is a sun and shield. Jehovah will give favor and honor. He will not withhold blessing from those who walk faithfully in truth.

Psalm 84:12

O Jehovah of Hosts, blessed is the man who trusts in you.