Psalms 87

Psalms 87:1

Title. A psalm or song] See Notes on the title of psal. 30.

for] Or, of.

HIs foundation] God’s, v. 2. who did choose the mountains there to build his temple on.

Psalms 87:3

Glorious things are spoken of thee] Though thy glorious estate do not yet appear, yet thou shalt be famous in aftertimes.

Psalms 87:4

Ethiopia] Heb. Cush.

this man was born there] Each of these countreys have bred some famous man or other, but Zion shall bring forth a multitude of men far more excellent.

Psalms 87:6

that this man was born there] The most excellent man of all. Perhaps he means Christ, who was to be born among the Jews.

Psalms 87:7

all my springs are in thee] The prophet sets his whole affections and comfort in the Church.