Psalms 84:10

Moreover his salvation is near them that fear him; 1 That glory may dwell in our land. 1

Updated Brenton Septuagint

In The King James Version

For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.

In Context

9I will hear what the Lord God will say concerning me: 1 For he shall speak peace to his people, 1 And to his saints, 1 And to those that turn their heart toward him. 1

11Mercy and truth are met together: 1 Righteousness and peace have kissed each other. 1

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Cross References

Psalms 17:14The Lord also thundered from heaven, 1 And the Highest uttered his voice. 1

Psalms 27:4Give them according to their works, 1 And according to the wickedness of their devices: 1 Give them according to the works of their hands; 1 Render their recompense unto them. 1

Psalms 63:2Hear my prayer, O God, when I make my petition to thee; 1 Deliver my soul from fear of the enemy. 1

Matthew Henry on Psalms 84:9-12

Delight in God's Ordinances. 8 O Lord God of hosts, hear my prayer: give ear, O God of Jacob. Selah. 9 Behold, O God our shield, and look upon the face of thine anointed. 10 For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. 11 For the Lord God is a sun and shield: the Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. 12 O Lord of hosts, blessed is the man that trusteth in… Read the whole commentary →

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