Salem Baptist Church

Psalm 84 is one of the truly beloved prayer Psalms, or sometimes called a “lament,” though it is also full of praise and wisdom. But what makes the Psalm so beloved is its subject matter. The Psalm is about the journey every spiritual pilgrim must make through the “Valley of Baka.” There is no known place as the Valley of Baka in Israel, rather the word Baka means weeping or affliction. As we journey through life’s trials in the valley, we long for God’s presence, and refreshing power.