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Born into God's Family
Commentators agree that being "born in Zion" refers to a spiritual rebirth, not a physical one. John Calvin explains this as being adopted into God's family through the Church. This new identity in Christ is more significant than one's earthly nationality or heritage, welcoming people from all nations into one spiritual community.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 87:5
18th Century
Theologian
And of Zion it shall be said – In respect to Zion, or in honor of Zion. People shall regard it as a privilege to have been born in …
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 87:5
19th Century
Bishop
And of Zion ... —This verse must be taken as antithetical to the preceding. The poet claims a prouder boast for natives of Jerusal…
John Calvin
On Psalms 87:5
16th Century
Theologian
And it shall be said of Zion, Man and man is born in her. It is asserted in the fourth verse (Psalms 87:4) that new citizens s…
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John Gill
On Psalms 87:5
17th Century
Pastor
And of Zion it shall be said
The same with the city of God, the church before commended:
this and…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 87:4–7
17th Century
Minister
The church of Christ is more glorious and excellent than the nations of the earth. In the records of heaven, the humblest of those who are born aga…