Psalm 48:3

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

God is there to defend it and has proved to be its protector.

Cross References

2 Samuel 5:7

David told his troops, “You will have to go up through the water tunnel to get those Jebusites. I hate people like them who can't walk or see.” That's why there is still a rule that says, “Only people who can walk and see are allowed in the temple.” David captured the fortress on Mount Zion, then he moved there and named it David's City. He had the city rebuilt, starting with the landfill to the east.

2 Chronicles 12:7

When the LORD heard this, he told Shemaiah: The people of Judah are truly sorry for their sins, and so I won't let Shishak completely destroy them. But because I am still angry,

Psalm 125:1

Everyone who trusts the LORD is like Mount Zion that cannot be shaken and will stand for ever.

Psalm 135:21

Praise the LORD from Zion! He lives here in Jerusalem. Shout praises to the LORD!

Psalm 46:7

The LORD All-Powerful is with us. The God of Jacob is our fortress.

Psalm 50:2

God shines brightly from Zion, the most beautiful city.

Song of Solomon 6:4

My dearest, the cities of Tirzah and Jerusalem are not as lovely as you. Your charms are more powerful than all the stars in the heavens.

Lamentations 2:15

Those who pass by shake their heads and sneer as they make fun and shout, “What a lovely city you were, the happiest on earth, but look at you now!”