He lives in Jerusalem; his home is in Zion.
Melchizedek, king of Salem, brought out bread and wine. He was a priest of the Most High God.
But now I have chosen Jerusalem so that I will be honored there, and I have chosen David to rule over my people Israel.’
When troubles come he will protect me and keep me safe, hiding me in his house, as secure as if he'd placed me on a high rock.
Mount Zion is high and beautiful, bringing happiness to all the earth; on the northern side is the city of the great King.
Sing praises to the Lord who reigns in Zion! Tell the nations what he has done!
Shout loudly and sing for joy, you people of Zion, for the Holy One of Israel is great, and is among you.”
He has torn down his Temple as if was a garden shed; he has destroyed his meeting place. The Lord has made Zion forget about her religious festivals and Sabbaths. In his fury he has disowned both king and priest.
