King James Version
What Does Psalms 147:2 Mean?
“The LORD doth build up Jerusalem: he gathereth together the outcasts of Israel.”
Context
1
Praise ye the LORD: for it is good to sing praises unto our God; for it is pleasant; and praise is comely.
2
The LORD doth build up Jerusalem: he gathereth together the outcasts of Israel.
3
He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds. wounds: Heb. griefs
4
He telleth the number of the stars; he calleth them all by their names.
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(2) **Build up—**i.e., of course, “rebuild.” The word “outcasts,” which is that used in Isaiah 11:12; Isaiah 56:8, shows that the rebuilding after the captivity is intended. The LXX. and Vulg. have *“*dispersion;” Symmachus, “those thrust out.”
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
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Theological Significance
Psalms 147:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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