The LORD† builds up Jerusalem.
He gathers together the outcasts of Israel.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Psalms 147:2 in context
Psalms 147:1–5
1
Praise the LORD,
for it is good to sing praises to our God;
for it is pleasant and fitting to praise him.
3
He heals the broken in heart,
and binds up their wounds.
4
He counts the number of the stars.
He calls them all by their names.
5
Great is our Lord, and mighty in power.
His understanding is infinite.
Source notes
Notes from World English Bible Updated
- LORD or GOD in all caps is from the Hebrew יהוה Yahweh except when otherwise noted as being from the short form יה Yah.
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