Psa 147:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13–14 : Jerusalem should praise God for its safety and prosperity. He strengthens the bars of your gates , protecting the city from danger (Psalm 147:13 ). Even if the people set up their gates and walls, it is God who really keeps them safe. He blesses the children and gives peace inside the country’s borders. God also fills them with the finest wheat (Psalm 147:14 ). This means they have enough food and enjoy the best harvests. All these blessings—safety, peace, and plenty—are reasons to thank God. The land of Israel was famous for its good wheat (Deuteronomy 32:14; Ezekiel 27:17 ), and for all these gifts, God deserved their praise.

‏ Psalms 147:13

v. 13–14: Jerusalem should praise God for its safety and prosperity. He strengthens the bars of your gates, protecting the city from danger (Psalm 147:13 ^a). Even if the people set up their gates and walls, it is God who really keeps them safe. He blesses the children and gives peace inside the country’s borders. God also fills them with the finest wheat (Psalm 147:14 ^b). This means they have enough food and enjoy the best harvests. All these blessings—safety, peace, and plenty—are reasons to thank God. The land of Israel was famous for its good wheat (Deuteronomy 32:14; Ezekiel 27:17 ^c), and for all these gifts, God deserved their praise.