Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.
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Verse 3 is found in chapter 87 of Psalms. Psalm 87 celebrates Zion as a city founded by God and presents a surprising vision of the nations. Egypt, Babylon, Philistia, Tyre, and Cush are mentioned in relation to recognition of Zion. The language of birth turns belonging to the city of God into an identity reaching beyond Israel’s borders. The conclusion celebrates the sources of life and joy that come from God.
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Compare Psalms 87:3 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Herrliche Dinge werden in dir gepredigt, du Stadt Gottes. (Sela.)
Cosas ilustres son dichas de ti, Ciudad de Dios. (Selah.)
Se dicen cosas gloriosas de ti, ciudad de Dios. Selah.
Des choses glorieuses ont été dites sur toi, Ville de Dieu! Pause.
O Città di Dio, Cose gloriose son dette di te. Sela
Coisas gloriosas se dizem de ti, ó cidade de Deus. (Selá.)
上帝的城啊, 有榮耀的事是指著你說的。(細拉)
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