The LORD doth build up Jerusalem: he gathereth together the outcasts of Israel.
The Lord himself restores Jerusalem and brings home the dispersed exiles of Israel, rebuilding his people and reuniting those who have been scattered or separated from one another. Placed among the works of creation, this restoring act reveals him as the exalted Creator, displaying both almighty power and condescending tenderness toward his people. It therefore summons people to contemplate his works with reverence and dependence, since he watches over and renews all who lean upon him.
The Lord himself restores Jerusalem and brings home the dispersed exiles of Israel, rebuilding his people and reuniting those who have been scattered or separated from one another.
Placed among the works of creation, this restoring act reveals him as the exalted Creator, displaying both almighty power and condescending tenderness toward his people.
It therefore summons people to contemplate his works with reverence and dependence, since he watches over and renews all who lean upon him.