For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation.
For the Lord hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation. As Zion's welfare is inseparably associated with David's throne, Yahweh's choice of Zion as His seat involves as a consequence the restoration of David's race and kingdom, through which He shall then impart Salvation to His people (Psalms 48:1-2).