Psalms 87 (KJV)

7 verses · King James Version · Formal equivalence (word-for-word)

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Psalms Chapter 87 contains 7 verses and is presented here in the King James Version (KJV), which uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach. Read the full text below, compare with other translations, or navigate to any of the 150 chapters in Psalms.

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1A Psalm or Song for the sons of Korah. His foundation is in the holy mountains. <sup>for the sons: or, of the sons</sup>

2The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob.

3Glorious things are spoken of thee, O city of God. Selah.

4I will make mention of Rahab and Babylon to them that know me: behold Philistia, and Tyre, with Ethiopia; this man was born there.

5And of Zion it shall be said, This and that man was born in her: and the highest himself shall establish her.

6The LORD shall count, when he writeth up the people, that this man was born there. Selah.

7As well the singers as the players on instruments shall be there: all my springs are in thee.

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What is Psalms 87 in the KJV?

Psalms 87 in the King James Version (KJV) contains 7 verses. The KJV uses a formal equivalence (word-for-word) approach, first published in 1611.

How does the KJV translate Psalms 87 differently?

The King James Version uses formal equivalence (word-for-word), preserving the classic English of 1611. Compare this with the NIV (dynamic equivalence) version of Psalms 87 for a different perspective.

How many verses are in Psalms 87 (KJV)?

Psalms Chapter 87 contains 7 verses in the King James Version. The book of Psalms has 150 chapters total.

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