KJV ORIGINAL
They go from strength to strength, every one of them in Zion appeareth before God.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They grow stronger and stronger as they journey, and every one of them appears before God in Zion.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how those who trust in God become increasingly stronger on their spiritual journey until they meet with Him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written by the sons of Korah, temple musicians who deeply valued worship at God's temple in Jerusalem. Zion refers to the hill where Solomon's temple stood, the center of Jewish worship. Ancient pilgrims would travel long distances to Jerusalem for religious festivals, often facing difficult journeys that required both physical and spiritual endurance.
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