1 A song for pilgrims ascending to Jerusalem. A psalm of David.I was glad when they said to me,“Let us go to the house of the Lord.”
2 And now here we are,standing inside your gates, O Jerusalem.
3 Jerusalem is a well-built city;its seamless walls cannot be breached.
4 All the tribes of Israel—the Lord’s people—make their pilgrimage here.They come to give thanks to the name of the Lord,as the law requires of Israel.
5 Here stand the thrones where judgment is given,the thrones of the dynasty of David.
6 Pray for peace in Jerusalem.May all who love this city prosper.
7 O Jerusalem, may there be peace within your wallsand prosperity in your palaces.
8 For the sake of my family and friends, I will say,“May you have peace.”
9 For the sake of the house of the Lord our God,I will seek what is best for you, O Jerusalem.