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1 A pilgrim song. Come, bless GOD, all you servants of GOD! You priests of GOD, posted to the nightwatch in GOD's shrine,
2 Lift your praising hands to the Holy Place, and bless GOD.
3 In turn, may GOD of Zion bless you-- GOD who made heaven and earth!
The Message (MSG)
The Message (MSG) is a contemporary, paraphrased translation of the Bible, crafted to bring the scriptures to life in modern, conversational English. Developed by pastor and scholar Eugene H. Peterson, The Message was published in segments starting in 1993, with the complete Bible released in 2002. Peterson’s aim was to make the Bible accessible and engaging for today’s readers, breaking down the barriers posed by traditional, formal language. His work sought to capture the original tone, rhythm, and intent of the biblical texts, presenting them in a way that resonates with contemporary audiences.