Psalms 84:5-7

5 Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.

6 As they pass through the Valley of Baka, they make it a place of springs; the autumn rains also cover it with pools.^[a]

7 They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion.

Psalms 84:5-7 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 84:5-7 In-Context

3 Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest for herself, where she may have her young— a place near your altar, LORD Almighty, my King and my God.

4 Blessed are those who dwell in your house; they are ever praising you.

5 Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.

6 As they pass through the Valley of Baka, they make it a place of springs; the autumn rains also cover it with pools.

7 They go from strength to strength, till each appears before God in Zion.

8 Hear my prayer, LORD God Almighty; listen to me, God of Jacob.

9 Look on our shield, O God; look with favor on your anointed one.

Cross References

• 1. Psalms 81:1
• 2. Jeremiah 31:6
• 3. S Job 38:26
• 4. Joel 2:23
• 5. S Job 17:9; Proverbs 4:18
• 6. S Deuteronomy 16:16
• 7. 1 Kings 8:1

Footnotes

• [a]. Or "blessings"