Book 1 consists largely of psalms spoken by david individually, rather than by israel as a nation. The psalmist begins by extolling the blessedness of the right eous, who is first described negatively, as turning away from the counsels of the wicked, ver. The psalms are directed at yahweh as listener and are intended to express the full range of human emotion for various individual and group settings, such as praise, thanksgiving, petition, and lament. Later books bring in the social and communal aspects of life and work. Psalms 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Many collections preceded this final compilation of the psalms. Psalms 175 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Psalms with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Many hymns have been written based off of scriptures in psalms and the book is widely used during worship services. Its structure is based on several contrasts between the godly and the wicked. The two opening psalms establish themes that run through the entire psalter.
Book 1 psalms 141 personal integrity in work psalm 1 obedience to god psalm 2 bringing our enemies and opponents to god psalms 4, 6, 7, 17 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. This is the first of two volumes in the holman old testament commentary given to the psalms, that provides commentary on psalms chapters 1 75. Psalm 1 describes personal integrity, indicating that this is how. Calvins commentary on psalms is thus one of his best commentaries, and one can greatly profit from reading even a portion of it. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither whatever they do prospers. The book of the psalms is probably the best known part of the old testament ot. General introduction to the psalms the psalms have a wonderful capacity.
No entry exists in forerunner commentary for psalms 91. Blessed is the man this psalm has no title, and has been generally considered, but without especial reason, as a preface or introduction to the whole book. Hassell bullock, encountering the book of psalms, p. Ross a commentary on the psalms, volume 1 141 is a great addition to any pastor, teacher, or students library of commentaries on the psalter. This psalm has a good deal in common with proverbs 2. This commentarythe last calvin wroteclearly expressed calvins deep love for this book. As for the structure of this psalm, it doesnt follow a lament or praise pattern.
This is the first of two volumes in the holman old testament commentary given to the psalms, that provides commentary on psalms chapters 175. Study the bible online using commentary on psalms 1 75 and more. In hebrew, this book is called tehillim, which means praises. Hills translation of the commentary on the psalms is the first in english, and the quality overall is superlative. Book 1 psalms 141 book 1 consists largely of psalms spoken by david individually, rather than by israel as a nation. May 31, 2015 commentary and hymns for a sixpart preaching series on the psalms. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of psalms, volume 1 author. Psalms 107150 it is uncertain why psalms is divided into five books. Tim perrine ccel staff writer this volume contains calvins commentary on. But they delight in the law of the lord, meditating on it day and night. They address matters that concern david, personally, and this makes them applicable to the situations we face at work on our own. This book is termed in hebrew sepher tehillim, which some learned men derive from hal or halal, to move briskly, irradiate, shine. The theological word book of the old testament points out this word may. It is gods faithfulness to his promise, and the salvation which had long been looked for.
It is gods lovingkindness and his truth, his mercy according to his word. He is one that is sincere and entire in his religion. This is a wisdom psalm, calling people to follow the path of righteousness to obtain the blessings that god confers on the righteous. A translation with commentary kindle edition by alter, robert. Its technically a popularlevel commentary, but its a good deal more indepth than most nivac volumes in the area of original meaning, and its even got a fairly significant introduction, something very. Study the bible online using commentary on psalms 1 and. Psalms volume 1 the niv application commentary kindle. It is remarkable that the book of psalms begins with this exclamation. Some of the key psalms receive an added indepth treatment that includes exposition, illustrations, and teaching plans while providing an introductory overview of all 150 psalms. There are 150 poems in this book, which was written by david. It is a collection of 150 poems or songs by various authors and it is divided into five books similar to the pentateuch. Book 1 psalms 141 bible commentary theology of work. For the lord knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the ungodly shall perish.
The end result is a commentary by preachersteachers for other preachersteachers that is the ultimate resource for sermon and lesson preparation. Commentary for psalms 1 david was the penman of most of the psalms, but some evidently were composed by other writers, and the writers of some are doubtful. Blessedsee how this book of psalms opens with a benediction, even as did the famous sermon of our lord upon the mount. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Psalms 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Gerald wilsons nivac on psalms 172 is my favorite of all the psalms commentaries. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. Commentary on the book of psalms calvin university. Read psalms 1 75 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Gerald wilsons nivac on psalms 1 72 is my favorite of all the psalms commentaries. Saints of all ages have appropriated this collection of prayers and praises in their public worship and private meditations. Book i psalms 141 blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the lord, and who meditates on his law day and night.
Psalm 1 niv bible blessed is the one who does not walk in. Psalms 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is one of the most respected interdenominational commentaries ever written. The longest chapter in the bible is the 119 chapter of psalms. Link to the book embed a mini book reader 1 page 2 pages open to this page.
It is righteousness, gods righteousness, the everlasting righteousness which christ has brought in. David guzik commentary on psalm 1, describing the contrast between the way of. The book of psalms is the longest book of the bible, with 150 chaptersmore properly called psalms or songs. The book of psalms is one of the most popular books in the bible because it covers so many different topics on christian living. The book of psalms is the human expression of the whole spectrum of emotions of fellowship with. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of psalms. He walketh uprightly, according to the condition of the covenant gen. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading psalms volume 1 the niv application commentary. It was probably a special start to the book of psalms. But all were written by the inspiration of the holy ghost. It is fluid, lively, technically astute, and richly annotated with helpful comments on the biblical recensions with which theodoret is working, the peculiarities of his interpretive method, and the nuances of specific exegeses.
This commentary is a must to purchase some day, not only for psalms, but to have a good, evangelical, onevolume commentary on all of the old testament. This worship and preaching series on the psalms is meant to move through six psalms in a manner that reflects how believers actually experience the life of faith. The book of psalms in modern protestant bibles includes 150 poetic compositions meant to be sung or spoken by gods people. Its subject matter is very general and basic, but it touches on two subjects that continually occur throughout the psalms. Gods entire word, not only the law portion of the first five books of the bible. This is a psalm of instruction concerning good and evil, setting before us life and death, the blessing and the curse, that we may take the right way which leads to happiness and avoid that which will certainly end in our misery and ruin. Book 1 psalms 1 41 psalms 141 in one file or download in rtf format psalm 1.
It declares the blessedness of the righteous and the misery and future of the wicked. Psalms are the inspired responses of human hearts to gods revelation of himself in law, history, and prophecy. Book 2 psalms 4272 bible commentary theology of work. Read psalms 1 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Psalm 1 niv book i psalms 141 blessed is the bible gateway. Psalms volume 1 the niv application commentary kindle edition by zondervan. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of psalms. Psalm 1 free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. It is true that, in a sense, this places man in the center. Commentary on the book of psalms preserving christian. David malick comments on allen p ross work on psalms in the bible knowledge commentary. Psalms 1 commentary old testament matthew henry st.
At that time psalms appears also to have been used as a title for the entire section of the hebrew ot canon more commonly known as the writings see lk 24. There are 55 psalms addressed to the chief musician. Ross a commentary on the psalms, volume 1 1 41 is a great addition to any pastor, teacher, or students library of commentaries on the psalter. The series loosely follows walter brueggemanns typology that in life we move through a pattern of ups and downs. Psalms 141 in one file or download in rtf format psalm 1. You can find the best commentary on psalms for you using the tools on the right side. Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the lord, and who meditates on his law day and night.
And it might be remarked in passing that an adequate exposition of the psalms did not await the advent of the modern philologist and biblical critic as may be ascertained from a study of bishop agellius commentarii in psalmos et in divini officii cantica or blessed. Ross is especially helpful in his introduction to the book and his synthetic discussion of each. This first psalm stands as a kind of introduction to the rest of the psalms. Theme predestination the theme of psalm 1is that the lord has predestined mankind to live under his divine blessings if we. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets.
Richards, the teachers commentary, electronic media. Rosss work on the book of psalms in the expositors bible commentary, vol 5 serves as an appetizer for this current work. The hebrew word esher is here translated blessed, which has the idea of happiness or contentment. The book of psalms introduction bible commentaries. The way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly. Commentary on the psalms, psalms 172 theodoret bishop of. Its technically a popularlevel commentary, but its a good deal more indepth than most nivac volumes in the area of original meaning, and its even got a fairly significant introduction, something very uncommon for this series. Book one psalms 141 psalm 1 oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. In this psalm, the way of the righteous and the way of the ungodly are contrasted. Samuel rolles driver, alfred plummer, and charles augustus briggs.
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