Commentary on Psalm 111
Following an initial doxological summons to “praise the LORD” (hallu yah), the psalmist composed Psalm 111 in [...]
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Commentary on Psalm 121
Psalm 121 is one of the Songs of Ascent, Psalms 120–134, as indicated by its opening words. [...]
Commentary on Psalm 121
Fifteen psalms in the Psalter, Psalms 120-134, share a common superscription, “Songs of Ascents. The root meaning [...]
Commentary on Psalm 84:1-7
Psalm 84 is classified as a pilgrimage psalm, sung as praise by those who traveled [...]
Commentary on Psalm 84:1-7
The psalms chosen for lectionary use are often abridged for a variety of reasons — [...]
Commentary on Psalm 32:1-7
Psalm 32 is one of the Penitential Psalms (6, 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, and [...]
Commentary on Psalm 32:1-7
Who knew? The ancient psalmist was a clinical therapist, saying in effect, “Don’t hold in [...]
Commentary on Psalm 46
Psalm 46 is a song of trust in Yahweh.1 Its three major sections (verses 1-3, 4-7, 8-11) [...]
Commentary on Psalm 46
This is the final week in the liturgical calendar. Christians around the world will proclaim and celebrate [...]
Commentary on Psalm 149
What is it that gives rise to the formation of a song? At a fundamental level a [...]
