[1] The LORD is great! He is praised throughout the city of our God, his holy mountain. [2] His city is such a pleasant place. It brings joy to people from around the world. Mount Zion is the true mountain of God. It is the city of the great King. [3] In the palaces of that city, God is known as the fortress. [4] Once some kings met together and planned an attack against this city. They marched toward the city, [5] but when they saw it, they were amazed. They all panicked and ran away. [6] Fear grabbed them; they trembled like a woman giving birth. [7] God, with a strong east wind, you wrecked their big ships. [8] Yes, we heard the stories about your power. But we also saw it in the city of our God, the city of the LORD All-Powerful. God makes that city strong forever. Selah [9] God, in your Temple we remember your loving kindness. [10] Your name is known everywhere, God, and people throughout the earth praise you. You have shown that you do what is right. [11] Mount Zion is happy, and the towns of Judah rejoice, because your decisions are fair. [12] Walk around Jerusalem, and count its towers. [13] Look at the tall walls, and see the palaces. Then you can tell the next generation about them. [14] This God is our God forever and ever. He will lead us from now to the end of time!
