Psalms 68:16 meaning and explanation

Why do you gaze in envy, O mountains of many peaks? This is the mountain God chose for His dwelling, where the LORD will surely dwell forever.

Psalms 68:16, Berean Standard Bible

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Psalm 68 is a victory song of David, picturing God marching from Sinai to Jerusalem as a warrior king. In verse 16 the poet addresses the towering peaks of Bashan, north of Israel, whose many summits look impressive.

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