1Of David. A psalm.The earth is GOD’s and all that it holds,the world and its inhabitants.
2For [God] founded it upon the ocean,set it on the nether-streams.
3Who may ascend GOD’s mountain?Who may stand in that holy place?—
4Anyone who has clean hands and a pure heart,who has not taken a false oath by MyaMy Ancient versions and some mss. read in the 3rd person. lifeor sworn deceitfully.
5They shall carry away a blessing from GOD,a just reward from God, their deliverer.
6Such is the circlebcircle Lit. “generation.” of those who turn to You,cYou Heb. 3rd person. Jacob, who seek Your presence. Selah.
7O gates, lift up your heads!Up high, you everlasting doors,so the KingdKing I.e., the One who leads the celestial army. of glory may come in!
8Who is the King of glory?—GOD, mighty and valiant, GOD, valiant in battle.
9O gates, lift up your heads!Lift them up, you everlasting doors,so the King of glory may come in!
10Who is the King of glory?—GOD of Hostsis truly the King of glory! Selah.