Psalms Chapter 48 Discussion

Hi Richard,

Do you have any notes compiled about the period Israel breaks the covenant, regarding David's throne? I happens at the day of the Lord, Joel 2:1-11, and ends with Christ claiming the throne. The underlying issue is did God suspend a binding arrangement, or was it unconditional that David would never lack a man on his throne, 1 kings 9:5, Jeremiah 33:17. Does the man of sin have dominion over David's throne?

Didn't you mentioned this a few days ago? Could you do a breakdown of it? I found verses like Isaiah 24:15, Isaiah 13:11 compelling, any insight? Thanks.

Psalm 48. In this Psalm there is a clear Millennial period prophecy. The mount Zion on the "sides of the north" (v. 2) seems to indicate from the context of the rest of the prophecy when the heavenly city is indeed visible throughout the earth as shown in Revelation 20.

Verses 4 through 6 seem to show the state of the rulers of the earth during the "birth pangs" phase of the Tribulation ( Matthew 24; Mark 13). This could also relate to the sixth seal when apparently the world will be afraid of God and Christ who sits at His right hand ( Rev. 6:15-17) but could also refer to those who perhaps survive past Armageddon as well ( Isaiah 24:22) which is indicative of punishment sometime between then and the Great White Throne Judgment.

Verse 7 could indicate the nations that came from Spain or perhaps those from Great Britain and it's allies involved in some of the battles listed in Daniel. That could have a last days implication as well; I'll leave that up to others to speculate.

Verses 8-13 show the realization of what was known but until then not seen. (verse 8). Once again; the eternal aspect of this city; the fact that it is known throughout the earth (verse 10) and the fact that judgments were rendered (verse 11) bolster this Millennial viewpoint. Finally verse 12 and 13 describe a very real city and defenses that will be observed at that time. The last verse establishes God's "guide even unto death" which is reminiscent of Psalm 23.

So knowing what the gender of nouns (that in English are of neutral gender) are in Hebrew and Greek explains why they are often presented as women or men. This happens in many other languages like say German, neutral gender nouns are not always neutral but may be masculine or feminine. Every language has its own peculiarities.(by the way "language, tongue"is "her" in Greek)

Also nouns in greek like wisdom, Jerusalem, city, church, synagogue, Zion, faith, sin, hell, lake (of fire), sea, flood, fasting, prayer, sacrifice, day, night, hour and many other in the Scriptures are of feminine gender, they are "she".

Also nouns Heaven, Paradise, river, altar, Hades, angel, demon, crowd, people etc are masculine.

This is more common than we might realize. Could be used of things that produce offspring (seed). Here are a few more examples of how the female gender is used. Galatians 4:26 "But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all". 2 John 1:1 "The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth"; Revelation 12 also. I really appreciate the figures of speech in the Bible. It can really stimulate the mind.

The "her" in verse 3 is referring to the city Zion, not God.

Dear Allen, all those nouns in Hebrew are of feminine gender, that's why they are "she, her"..

Sometimes heaven or wisdom is called 'her''.

Maybe Chris can give more insight to this?

1 (A Song and Psalm for the sons of Korah.)

Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the CITY OF OUR GOD, in the mountain of his holiness.

2 Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth, is MOUNT ZION on the sides of the north, the city of the GREAT KING.

"Her" is speaking of a place: Heaven. It's similar to Wisdom described as female too. It's just how the writer described it. THE WHOLE BIBLE is inspired by the Lord.

God is Spirit. Jesus is fully God and fully Human.

Earth was created for Humans. That's why Jesus was born as a human. He came to save us from the loss of Dominion in the Garden of Eden; stolen by Satan.

The Day Jesus was anointed of God, Isaiah 61:1-3, the whole earth was in awe.

Luke 4:18; Psalm 147:2-3

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What does"her" mean in this verse 3 of Psalms 48, is it eluding to God having a feminine side? Or as a mothering side as a refuge or place to go?

A clear millennial psalm. We see here the city of Zion; in which the kings of the earth fear, (v. 4-5). Verse 6 shows a travailing similar to birth pangs in Matthew. The Heavenly city on the "sides of the north" could be describing it hanging over the earth; and/or indicate its eventual landing as it were on earth during the restoration forming the new heavens and earth.

Verse 13 about the "generation following" seems to show natural descendants as other millenial verses indicate as well. Death will be for mainly rebels during the millennium; but he is our guide in all dispensations or time frames until death is conquered with the new heaven and earth ( 1 Cor. 15:55).

It is interesting to see that some of the sons of Korah remained obedient after the rebellion earlier ( Numbers 16).

Let us rejoice in the characteristics, and attributes of our Lord God Almighty. He is eternal, no beginning, no end. His Praise and glory reaches from the heavens to the ends of the earth to the depths of the oceans. He is greatly to be praised, and magnified. God is declared throughout the world and all of nature. He is known for His loving attributes, and holiness that surround Him. Although all grace and power are in His arms; his touch is never-the-tender, righteous, and comforting. His wisdom is all encompassing, but is easily entreated and soothing to the mind of men, especially to the saved and to the tender, humble, and faithful in spirit. Your loving kindness is a beacon to us to be bold, yet humble before your throne of grace. Thank you Lord for your Greatness and Tender Mercies. Bless us as we learn to look for your coming, and accomplish your will as you tarry. Bless our president and all those in need of your salvation in order to carry out your will and not our own.

Make us to be bold and forth right to declare the glory of God and the Salvation of the Lord before we go into eternity. Help us to keep the whole counsel of God, the Lord Jesus Christ

September 2021.

Jah is a refuge. A fortress in the the of trouble in heavenly places, spiritually and physically. Blessings and love.

thru troubles and trials give GOD praise at all times , HE will never leave you nor forsake you.

He will be our guide, even unto
death. What a wonderful thought
!!!

Verse 9: The sons of Korah went through a traumatizing experience, but they focused on Jehovah God's loving kindness and this helped them to endure and have hope.

A tip about word search FYI;For example: When you type Jerusalem, Psalms 48 will not come up, yet, Ps.48 is about Jerusalem because it is "Zion" that is written, and Zion is Jerusalem. So a word search will not always give you all scripture that contains what you may be searching for.
A word search is not completely reliable.Some verse has sin named, but the word"sin"may not be in the verse.

I am requesting Psalms 48

V. 7; 2 Chron. 20:37

Ps.48 is telling us who God is to His children:He is our shield,He is our savior;He is our strength;He is our r; He is the God of our Salvation rock and fortress;our help in the present time of trouble; He is the God of our Salvation;He is our God forever and ever.AMEN!!!PTL

The Lord our God will always take care of us even in the midst of our troubles he will sustain us ..This is something we should always teach our children to always trust in the Lord our God and lean on him knowing he will guide and protect us.

I love the book of Psalms. I love this new verse I have read. It has given me a different outlook toward being a god fearing woman of Jesus Christ. I pray it will deliver others to lean toward Jesus Christ more, and let him be your guide in this world, and I pray that this verse will assist others in rethinking about church too. God bless everyone, and may the LORD be with us all through the end.

i bless God

Heavenly father always there for his children blessed Jesus of nazareth protect my life Amen lord in leavenly place in Christ.

What does it mean when it speak about the city of the north

Spiritually feeding me this afternoon waiting to be seen for an appointment in waiting room .

If we stand by his side and do the will of him then we will know that he is able to do anything

I never worry, I never am afraid. I know the 23rd Psalms.and i am a RN that has seen people past into another life while just the day before.the medical staff was worming on me and God delivered me. I know God had control of my autp, because I don 't remember the thirty minute drive to the Emergency Room. But God never left my side. Praises to my God. I am your witness

I 'm a BHUTANESE who belieyed JESUS 30 years ago.

GOD IS ABLE TO DO JUST WHAT HE SAID HE WAS GOING TO JUST STAND BY HIS WORD AND CAST YOUR CARES ON HIM GOD WILL TAKE OF THE REST