New International VersionFrom Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth.
New Living TranslationFrom Mount Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines in glorious radiance.
English Standard VersionOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
Berean Standard BibleFrom Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth.
King James BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined.
New King James VersionOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God will shine forth.
New American Standard BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shone.
NASB 1995Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shone forth.
NASB 1977Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shone forth.
Legacy Standard BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shone forth.
Amplified BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shone forth.
Christian Standard BibleFrom Zion, the perfection of beauty, God appears in radiance.
Holman Christian Standard BibleFrom Zion, the perfection of beauty, God appears in radiance.
American Standard VersionOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined forth.
Contemporary English VersionGod shines brightly from Zion, the most beautiful city.
English Revised VersionOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined forth.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationGod shines from Zion, the perfection of beauty.
Good News TranslationGod shines from Zion, the city perfect in its beauty.
International Standard VersionFrom Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shined forth.
NET BibleFrom Zion, the most beautiful of all places, God comes in splendor.
New Heart English BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
Webster's Bible TranslationOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFrom Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth.
World English BibleOut of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines out. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFrom Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shone.
Young's Literal Translation From Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shone.
Smith's Literal TranslationOut of Zion the perfection of beauty, God shone forth. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims Bibleout of Sion the loveliness of his beauty.
Catholic Public Domain Versionfrom Zion, the brilliance of his beauty.
New American Bible
From Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
New Revised Standard Version
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shined.
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
From Zion God has shown a glorious crown.OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined forth.
Brenton Septuagint Translation
Out of Sioncomes the excellence of his beauty.
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context The Mighty One Calls1A Psalm of Asaph. The Mighty One, God the LORD, speaks and summons the earth from where the sun rises to where it sets. 2From Zion,perfectin beauty,Godshines forth.3Our God approaches and will not be silent! Consuming fire precedes Him, and a tempest rages around Him.…
Cross References Isaiah 60:1-3Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. / For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. / Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.
Revelation 21:23And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, because the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp.
Ezekiel 43:2and I saw the glory of the God of Israel coming from the east. His voice was like the roar of many waters, and the earth shone with His glory.
Matthew 5:14-16You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
Isaiah 2:3And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.
John 8:12Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”
Micah 4:2And many nations will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways, so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.
Revelation 1:16He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest.
Isaiah 40:5And the glory of the LORD will be revealed, and all humanity together will see it.” For the mouth of the LORD has spoken.
John 1:4-5In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. / The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.
Isaiah 24:23The moon will be confounded and the sun will be ashamed; for the LORD of Hosts will reign on Mount Zion and in Jerusalem, and before His elders with great glory.
2 Corinthians 4:6For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 35:2It will bloom profusely and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon. They will see the glory of the LORD, the splendor of our God.
John 12:46I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in Me should remain in darkness.
Isaiah 62:1For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not keep still, until her righteousness shines like a bright light, her salvation like a blazing torch.
Treasury of Scripture Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God has shined. Out Psalm 68:24 They have seen thy goings, O God;even the goings of my God, my King, in the sanctuary. Isaiah 12:6 Cry out and shout, thou inhabitant of Zion: for greatis the Holy One of Israel in the midst of thee. Isaiah 26:21 For, behold, the LORD cometh out of his place to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity: the earth also shall disclose her blood, and shall no more cover her slain. perfections Psalm 48:2 Beautiful for situation, the joy of the whole earth,is mount Zion,on the sides of the north, the city of the great King. Psalm 87:2,3 The LORD loveth the gates of Zion more than all the dwellings of Jacob… Psalm 80:17 Let thy hand be upon the man of thy right hand, upon the son of manwhom thou madest strong for thyself. God Psalm 80:1 To the chief Musician upon ShoshannimEduth, A Psalm of Asaph. Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, thou that leadest Joseph like a flock; thou that dwellestbetween the cherubims, shine forth. Deuteronomy 33:2 And he said, The LORD came from Sinai, and rose up from Seir unto them; he shined forth from mount Paran, and he came with ten thousands of saints: from his right handwent a fiery law for them. Habakkuk 3:3,4 God came from Teman, and the Holy One from mount Paran. Selah. His glory covered the heavens, and the earth was full of his praise… Jump to Previous BeautifulBeautyForthLightPerfectPerfectionPlacesShinedShinesShoneZionJump to Next BeautifulBeautyForthLightPerfectPerfectionPlacesShinedShinesShoneZionPsalm 50 1.The majesty of God in the church5.His order to gather his saints7.The pleasure of God is not in ceremonies14.but in sincerity of obedienceFrom ZionZion is a term that holds significant theological and historical importance in the Bible. It originally referred to the ancient Jebusite fortress that King David captured and made his capital, which later became synonymous with Jerusalem. Zion represents the spiritual center of Israel and is often used to symbolize God's dwelling place among His people. In the context of Psalm 50, Zion is the place from which God speaks and acts, emphasizing His authority and presence. Theologically, Zion is seen as a type of the heavenly Jerusalem, the ultimate dwelling place of God with His people, as referenced in Hebrews 12:22 and Revelation 21:2. Perfect in beauty
The phrase "perfect in beauty" highlights the splendor and majesty of Zion, which is not only a physical location but also a representation of God's glory and holiness. This beauty is not merely aesthetic but is rooted in the divine presence that sanctifies and elevates Zion above all other places. The perfection of beauty can be seen as a reflection of God's own perfect nature, as He is the source of all beauty and goodness. This concept is echoed in other scriptures, such asPsalm 48:2, which describes Zion as "beautiful in elevation, the joy of the whole earth." God shines forth
The imagery of God shining forth from Zion conveys His revelation and the manifestation of His power and glory. This shining forth is a demonstration of God's active involvement in the world, bringing light and truth to His people. The idea of God as light is a recurring theme in the Bible, symbolizing purity, guidance, and salvation. In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is described as the "light of the world" (John 8:12), fulfilling the prophetic imagery of God's light shining forth to illuminate and redeem humanity. This phrase also connects to the theophany, where God's presence is often associated with light and radiance, as seen inExodus 34:29-35 when Moses' face shone after encountering God. Persons / Places / Events 1. ZionOften referred to as the city of God, Zion is a significant place in biblical history, symbolizing the spiritual center of God's presence and His covenant with His people. It is synonymous with Jerusalem and represents the dwelling place of God among His people. 2. GodThe central figure in this verse, God is depicted as shining forth from Zion, emphasizing His glory, majesty, and divine presence. 3. The PsalmistWhile not directly mentioned in this verse, the author of Psalm 50 is traditionally attributed to Asaph, a Levite appointed by King David to lead worship in the tabernacle. Teaching Points The Beauty of HolinessZion is described as "perfect in beauty," which reflects the holiness and purity of God's presence. Believers are called to pursue holiness, reflecting God's beauty in their lives. God's Manifest PresenceThe verse emphasizes that God shines forth from Zion. This highlights the importance of seeking God's presence in our lives and recognizing His active role in the world. The Centrality of WorshipZion, as the center of worship, reminds us of the importance of worship in our relationship with God. Worship is not just a ritual but a response to God's glory and majesty. Hope in God's GloryThe imagery of God shining forth provides hope and assurance that God's glory will ultimately prevail over darkness. Believers can find comfort in knowing that God's light guides and protects them. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 50
What is Zion's significance in biblical prophecy?
How can the description of the bride’s flawless perfection in Song of Solomon 4:7 align with human reality, given our understanding of human imperfection?
What is the meaning of Psalm 27:4?
Psalm 87:7 - In what sense are all 'springs' in Zion, given that historically rivers and water sources are not exclusive to Jerusalem?(2) Perfection of beauty-- i.e., Zion, because the Temple, the residence of Jehovah, was there. (Comp. Psalm 48:2; Lamentations 2:15; 1 Maccabees 2:12.) Hath shined.--Comp.Psalm 80:1;Deuteronomy 33:2. A natural figure of the Divine manifestation, whether taken from the dawn or from lighting. . . . Verse 2. - Out of Zion, the perfectionof beauty (comp. Psalm 48:2; Lamentations 2:15; 1 Macc. 2:12). God hath shined; i.e. has shown himself in his dazzling radiance. The psalmist, however, does not mean to announce a material, but a spiritual, fact.
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Hebrew From Zion,מִצִּיּ֥וֹן(miṣ·ṣî·yō·wn)Preposition-m | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 6726:Zion -- a mountain in Jerusalem, also a name for Jerusalemperfectמִכְלַל־(miḵ·lal-)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4359:Completeness, perfectionin beauty,יֹ֗פִי(yō·p̄î)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3308:BeautyGodאֱלֹהִ֥ים(’ĕ·lō·hîm)Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlativeshines forth.הוֹפִֽיעַ׃(hō·w·p̄î·a‘)Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3313:To shine out or forth, to send out beams, cause to shine
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