Sep 22, 2019 many, including scholars, simply do not believe the bible and use varying hypothesises to discredit what it says. This book includes psalms 4272, a total of 31, only eighteen of which are attributed to david. Solomon wrote one or two, and ethan and heman the ezrahites were responsible for two others. Of these parts the general structure is similar, containing. There are numerous challenges in the book of isaiah that lead scholars to speculate about which parts were written by isaiah himself, and what else was added and by whom. Another group of 12 psalms 50 and 7383 is ascribed to the family of asaph. Book 2 of the psalter is dominated by the use of elohim for deity, as book 1 by yhwh lovingkindness and song are his companions.
But if one trouble follow hard after another, if all seem to combine for our ruin, let us remember they are all appointed and overruled by the lord. Psalms 42 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. In fact, david only wrote about half of the psalms 73 out of all 150, to be precise though the latin vulgate and septuagint credit a few more to him. The first book begins at psalms 1 the second book begins at psalms 42 the third book begins at psalms 73 the fourth book begins at psalms 90 the. The way i would like to take us into psalm 42 is to give an overview, and then show six things that this godly man does in his spiritual depression six things that i think are meant to shape how we deal with our own seasons of darkness. Notice, they say that they have no way of identifying the composers of any of these hymns. In the hebrew bible, psalm 42 opens the second of the five books divisions of psalms.
Psalm 42 itself says that it was written by the sons or descendants of korah who korah was could be questionable. However, the book begins with psalms possibly composed by otherspsalms 4249 by the sons of korah i. In fact, david only wrote about half of the psalms73 out of all 150, to be precise though the latin vulgate and septuagint credit a few more to him. Psalm 4272 voice book two this second book of psalms. Henry speculates that david might have composed this psalm when he was prevented from returning to the sanctuary in jerusalem either due to. Eitan haezrachi refers to abraham see talmud, bava batra 15a. Although many psalms were originally composed by others, it was king davids recital that established them as immortal songs of praise. Now we come to the second book of the psalms which begins with psalm 42. This mornings psalm is psalm 42, which has been called a psalm of despair. So, lets start with the superscription of psalm 42.
Whether two psalms or one, the subject is obviously similar and they are united with the common refrain of 42. Psalm 150 serves as a doxology for the entire collection. If the book of psalms be, as some have styled it, a mirror or lookingglass of pious and devout affections, this psalm in particular deserves, as much as any one psalm, to be so entitled, and is as proper as any to kindle and excite such in us. Psalms 50 psalms 7383 the sons of korah wrote 11 psalms. Doesnt believe in it, doesnt long for it, or doesnt know they long for it. Like book i, book ii of psalms is primarily a collection of davidic prayers compare 72. They are written to awaken and express and shape the emotional life of gods people. In fact, david only wrote about half of the psalms73 out of all 150, to be precise though the latin vulgate and septuagint credit a.
They longest psalm is psalm 119 and the shortest psalm is psalm 117. Section or book 1 contains psalm 1 to 41, section 2 has songs 42 to 72, section 3 has songs 73 to 89, section 4 contains songs 90 to 106 and section 5 has 107 to 150. Several psalms in book 2 of the psalms have the sons of korah at the top. Psalm 42 is the 42nd psalm of the book of psalms, often known in english by its incipit, in the. With these psalms we have the beginning of book ii of the psalter. Psalms 42 and 43 are both attributed to the sons of korah, since together they are in reality one poem in three stanzas, linked together by a recurring verse. Oct 12, 2018 psalms is the longest book of the bible see what the longest book actually is. Most scholars agree that the prophet isaiah likely only wrote a portion of the book, but recent scholarship also argues that even the portions he didnt physically write. It tells of god calling israel out of egypt, redeeming them by the blood of the passover lamb. Commentary on psalms 42 by matthew henry blue letter bible. Apr 03, 2019 the hero of this psalm is actually the god of the universe. Read more about king david and the book of psalms here. A practical exposition of the forty second psalm, in ten sermons, in choice and practical expositions on four select psalms. As a deer longs for flowing streams, so my soul longs for you, o god.
Some of these psalms probably come from a book that the sons of korah used. Reading and pondering the book of psalms can bring students nearer to god and help them feel his love. The book of psalms is the third section of the hebrew bible, and a book of the christian old testament. In its present form, the book of psalms consists of 150 poems divided into five books 141, 4272, 7389, 90106, 107150, the first four of which are marked off by concluding doxologies. The following is a list of biblical psalms from the book of psalms. First, it is the only book of the five that contains psalms ascribed to the sons of korah, a group of levite temple singers. Probable occasion when each psalm was composed contains the psalm, the scripture it was written after, the occasion on which it was composed, and the year. A quotation is when someone repeats words from another book. In fact, psalms includes more authors than any other book of the bible.
Authority psalm 8 business ethics psalms 15, 24, 34 trusting god in the face of institutional pressure psalm 20 gods presence in our struggles at work psalm 23 gods guidance in our work psalm 25 book 2 psalms 4272 gods presence in the midst of disaster psalm 46 anxiety when unscrupulous people succeed psalms 49, 50. Psalms 42 psalms 4449 psalms 8485 psalms8788 heman the ezrahite coauthored psalms 88 with the sons. David was responsible for many of them, composing seventythree psalms. Book 2 psalms 4272 bible commentary theology of work. Psalm 43 is the only psalm in the second book that lacks a superscription. Book ii psalms 4272 psalm 42 longing for god and his help in distress to the leader. Psalms 42, new international version niv the bible app. Two of the psalms 72 and 127 are attributed to solomon, davids son and successor. Many of the psalms have headings, or superscriptions. Some psalms name their author in the first line or title. Although david is not mentioned as the author, this psalm must be the offspring of.
Book of psalms overview insight for living ministries. He was killed, but his descendants remained faithful to god and. And now they find themselves removed from the religious life that they formerly enjoyed. A practical exposition of the fortysecond psalm, in ten sermons, in choice and practical expositions on four select psalms. The title comes from a story of a young boy taking his little sister on a hike up a hill. Maskil, which may be related to contemplation, is translated contemplative poem. Psalms is the longest book of the bible see what the longest book actually is. Psalms 42 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Book two psalms 4272 psalm 42 for the choir director. Second, it uses two rather obscure hebrew terms in the superscriptions of almost half of these psalms.
Free bible commentary on psalms 42 and 43 in easy english. Book two this second book of psalms psalms 4272 has a few unique features. Psalms has been a source of inspiration for worship since ancient times and continues to be cherished for worship and study by both jews and christians. The sons of korah wrote 11 psalms 42, 4449, 8485,8788. Book two this second book of psalms psalms 42 72 has a few unique features. The way i would like to take us into psalm 42 is to give an overview, and then. If the book of psalms be, as some have styled it, a mirror or lookingglass of.
This corresponds with the book of exodus, the story of redemption. Hymns for psalm 42 from, an authoritative index of hymns and hymnals. Many, including scholars, simply do not believe the bible and use varying hypothesises to discredit what it says. The prophet aspireth after the temple and altar of god. Psalm 42 is a lament psalm written by men who formerly were able to freely worship god with the lords people. Korah is mentioned in exodus chapter 6 and again in numbers chapter 16 among. Book 2 of the psalms goes from psalm 42 to psalm 72. This was written by david, at a time when he could not just go to worship.
Psalm 88 is attributed to heman, while 89 is assigned to ethan the ezrahite. Psalm 42 is the 42nd psalm of the book of psalms, often known in english by its incipit, in the king james version being, as the hart panteth after the water brooks. The purpose of many of the psalms is public worship in israels temple, although some are more suited for private devotion. Sermon outline psalm 42 calpe christian fellowship. Psalms 4249 were written by the descendants of korah.
The book of psalms is divided into five sections, each closing with a doxology i. Judge me, o god, and distinguish my cause from the nation that is not. The writer, perhaps one of this levitical family of singers accompanying david in exile, mourns his absence from the sanctuary, a cause of grief aggravated by. Psalms 42 and 43 free bible commentary in easy english. Psalm 42 niv bible as the deer pants for streams of water. The books are listed into a tabular format and provide data on the purpose of each psalm, accompanying instruments, type, tune etc. Asaph and solomon have one each, seven perhaps eight. A contemplation of the sons of korah we dont know when the psalms were gathered into five books, but the separation dates back to before our oldest manuscripts, compiled in the masoretic text. Biblical counseling coalition psalms 42 and 43the gift of.
It would be easy to get lost in the sadness and the pathos of the psalm and not see that in 16 verses there are at least 17 truths about who god is. In book two of psalms, david authored 18 of the 31, more than half. They were written by various persons, from moses down to after the israelites returned from babylon. Warren wiersbe wrote a little book many years ago entitled, bumps are what you climb on. Psalms names more contributors than any other book of the bible. Korah was a levite who led a rebellion against moses numbers 16. Probable timeline of when each psalm was written study. Book 1 psalms 141 book 2 psalms 4272 book 3 psalms 7389 book 4 psalms 90106 book 5 psalms 107150.
The title is derived from the greek translation, psalmoi. Psalms 38 are called the hallel psalms or the hallelujah psalms. A psalm of david 40 i u waited patiently for the l ord he inclined to me and v heard my cry 2 he drew me up from w the pit of destruction. David saw troubles coming from gods wrath, and that discouraged him.
There is a lot in the psalm, but i would like to look at three aspects of it today. What situation was david going through when he wrote psalm 42. Jan 02, 2020 in fact, psalms includes more authors than any other book of the bible. The writer, perhaps one of this levitical family of singers accompanying david in exile, mourns his absence from the sanctuary, a cause of grief aggravated by the taunts of enemies, and is comforted in hopes of relief. The following authors and the psalms attributed to them are listed below. This book includes psalms 42 72, a total of 31, only eighteen of which are attributed to david. Psalm 42 nrsvce book ii psalms 4272 psalm 42 bible. It is the story, in other words, of the work of god on behalf of man.
Many will b see and fear, and put their trust in the l ord. In some ancient hebrew manuscripts these companion psalms are a single psalm. Psalms 42 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Psalm 42 essentially a lament, with psalm 43 forming the psalmists prayer in response to the lament. My tears have been my food day and night, while people say to me continually, where is your god. Works upon the fortysecond psalm a practical exposition of the fortysecond psalm, in ten sermons, in choice and practical expositions on four select psalms. Check out these helpful resources biblical commentary sermons childrens sermons hymn lists. Book i which we have just concluded ascribes all 41 of them to david.
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