Psalms 48:2
“Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.”
Psalms 48:2 in 8 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- With the joy of the whole earth is mount Sion founded, on the sides of the north, the city of the great king.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- Beautiful in elevation, the joy of the whole earth, Is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, The city of the great King.
- DARBYDarby
- Beautiful in elevation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Beautiful in elevation, the joy of the whole earth, is Mount Zion, on the north sides, the city of the great King.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- Beautiful for elevation, A joy of all the land, is Mount Zion, The sides of the north, the city of a great king.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is Mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is Mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.
Context: Psalms 48
1{A Song and Psalm for the sons of Korah.} Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, in the mountain of his holiness.
2Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is mount Zion, on the sides of the north, the city of the great King.
3God is known in her palaces for a refuge.
4For, lo, the kings were assembled, they passed by together.
About Psalms 48: The City of God - Psalm 48
Psalm 48 praises Zion, the city of God, for its security, beauty, and majesty. The Psalmist exalts God as the protector and king of the city, highlighting how the people rejoice and trust in Him. The Psalmist urges others to come and behold the glory of the city and join in its worship.
Commentary
Psalm 48 is a beautiful tribute to Zion, the city of God, and an invitation for all to come and experience its majesty. The Psalmist reminds us that God is the foundation upon which the city stands – He is its protector and king. Therefore, the city is secure, and its beauty is a reflection of the greatness of the One who sustains it.As Christians, we are the heirs of the promise that the church is the new Zion – the city of God, where His presence dwells among His people. We are called to be like the Psalmist, praising God for the unique beauty and security of this city. We must invite others to come and behold its splendor so that they too can experience the joy and peace that come from trusting in God's provision and care.Psalm 48 encourages us to take pride in being a part of the city of God and to be faithful in worshiping and praising God for all the blessings He has bestowed upon us. So let us join the Psalmist in extolling the greatness of our God and in inviting others to come and see the city that He has created.