Book 20 Proverbs

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Summary

  • Psalm 132 emphasizes King David's vow to find a dwelling place for the Lord, asking for blessings on Zion and its people, connecting God's covenant with David to eternal kingship over Israel.
  • Psalm 133 extols the beauty of unity among brethren, likening it to sacred anointing oil and the dew of Mount Hermon, concluding with God's eternal blessings on Zion.
  • Psalm 134 is a call to the servants of the Lord to bless Him in the temple, with a prayer for reciprocal blessings from God, the Creator of heaven and earth.
  • Psalm 135 is a call to praise the Lord for His greatness, wondrous works, and compassion, contrasting God’s sovereignty with the powerlessness of idols, and emphasizing His blessings on Israel.
  • Psalm 136 is a litany of thanksgiving for God's enduring mercy, recounting His creation, deliverance of Israel, and provision of blessings for all life.
  • Psalm 137 mourns the Israelites' exile in Babylon, recalling the desolation of Jerusalem and highlighting their unyielding devotion to their homeland, coupled with pleas for divine judgment on their enemies.
  • Psalm 138 is a personal hymn of gratitude from David, praising God for His unwavering love and truth, and affirming that God remains close to the humble and faithful, offering protection and deliverance against adversaries.
  • Psalm 139 marvels at God's omniscience and omnipresence, reflecting deeply on God's intimate knowledge of every aspect of human life and creation, while asking for guidance away from wickedness.
  • Psalm 140 is a plea for deliverance from evil and violent men, asking that the wicked face their own threats while trusting that God supports the afflicted and the righteous.
  • Psalm 141 seeks God's protection from personal sin, asking for divine help against the influence of evildoers while welcoming righteous correction as a form of kindness.
  • Psalm 142 portrays a desperate cry for God's intervention and deliverance from adversaries, underscoring the Psalmist's deep reliance on God as his refuge.
  • Psalm 143 is a prayer for guidance and deliverance in the midst of despair, emphasizing trust in God to renew life and to lead toward righteousness.
  • Psalm 144 is a royal song of praise and prayer, affirming God as the source of strength and deliverance, asking for prosperity, security, and blessings for the people.
  • Psalm 145 celebrates God’s greatness, compassion, and provision for all living things, declaring that His kingdom is everlasting and His reputation one of unmatched righteousness.
  • Psalm 146 warns against trusting in human leaders, asserting God’s eternal reign and highlighting His justice and compassion toward the oppressed, blind, and needy.
  • Psalm 147 praises God for rebuilding Jerusalem, healing the brokenhearted, and sustaining all creation, affirming His care for those who revere Him and His unique relationship with Israel.
  • Psalm 148 calls on all creation—heavenly beings, natural elements, and people of every station—to praise the Lord for His splendor and eternal decree.
  • Psalm 149 urges the faithful to celebrate God with joyful worship, noting that God's people are honored to execute His judgments and receive salvation.
  • Psalm 150 concludes with a universal call to praise God with all available instruments and expressions of worship, encouraging every living being to glorify the Lord.
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