Mizmor 24: Ascending God's Mountain/2
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Mizmor 24: Ascending God's Mountain
Exegetical Approaches
Bringing the Ark to its Resting Place
Inaugural Arrival of Ark
The psalm was composed to be said as the Ark was brought to the Mikdash (or perhaps Ir David) for the first time. On the grand occasion, the people sang a hymn celebrating the glory of God.
Returning the ark After Battle
The psalm was recited as the people brought the ark back to its abode after having taken it to battle.
Vengeance in Messianic Times
The psalm speaks of Messianic times, when the "pure of heart" and those how seek Hashem (i.e. Israel)  will merit "to ascend His mountain", while other nations will be judged and punished.
Sources:R"Y of Trani
Encountering the Divine
The psalm is about the ability and prerequisites necessary for man and God to connect.
Sources:Malbim
Hashem as Creator – The psalm opens with mention of God creating the world and inhabitable land, alluding to how He moved the waters so that dry land could be revealed, while providing water for humans to live.  These acts point to God's providence over and love for humankind and a desire for connection.
