translation_id: net-engnet

book_id: PSA

label: NET study note

text: . This so-called “Song of Zion” celebrates the greatness and glory of the Lord’s dwelling place, Jerusalem. His presence in the city elevates it above all others and assures its security.


text: A source of joy to the whole earth . The language is hyperbolic. Zion, as the dwelling place of the universal king, is pictured as the world’s capital. The prophets anticipated this idealized picture becoming a reality in the eschaton (see Isa 2:1-4 ).


text: These acts of judgment are described in vv. 4-7 .


text: The city’s towers , defenses , and fortresses are outward reminders and tangible symbols of the divine protection the city enjoys.