Psalms 87:4 net — I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers. Here are Philistia and Tyre, along with Ethiopia. It is said of them,“This…

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"I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers. Here are Philistia and Tyre, along with Ethiopia. It is said of them,“This one was born there.”"

— Psalms 87:4, NET Bible

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Psalms 87 — Context

1

Written by the Korahites; a psalm, a song. The LORD’s city is in the holy hills.

2

The LORD loves the gates of Zion more than all the dwelling places of Jacob.

3

People say wonderful things about you, O city of God.(Selah)

4

I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers. Here are Philistia and Tyre, along with Ethiopia. It is said of them,“This one was born there.”

5

But it is said of Zion’s residents,“Each one of these was born in her, and the Most High makes her secure.”

6

The LORD writes in the census book of the nations,“This one was born there.”(Selah)

7

As for the singers, as well as the pipers– all of them sing within your walls.

Psalms 87:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 87:4 say?
Psalms 87:4 in the NET Bible reads: “I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers. Here are Philistia and Tyre, along with Ethiopia. It is said of them,“This one was born there.””
Where is Psalms 87:4 in the Bible?
Psalms 87:4 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 87, verse 4.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 87:4.
What translation should I read Psalms 87:4 in?
Psalms 87:4 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 87:4?
Psalms 87:4 reads (NET): “I mention Rahab and Babylon to my followers. Here are Philistia and Tyre, along with Ethiopia. It is said of them,“This one was born there.”” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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