Introduction to the exposition of the book of psalms 91

That is why, in the introduction to this study, we covered the first requirement for qualifying for the blessings of psalm 91 that of becoming a true follower of god. These attributions, however, appear in titles that are added to some of the psalms, but it is open to question whether these are as old as the words to which they are. The book of psalms introduction bible commentaries. And if we read this psalm, out of its context in the bible we might come to the same conclusion. Gods care and provision are repeated for emphasis and then god himself speaks in ps. God delivers us from the unseen traps that are set for us by satan. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. On one hand it proclaims praise and prayer for god most high psalms 50. For instance, if you are fearful, read psalm 56 or psalm 91 or psalm 23 you know that one, of course. Psalm 91 niv whoever dwells in the shelter of the bible. A guide to the exposition of the book of leviticus, creation and blessing. Top 5 commentaries on the book of psalms ligonier ministries.

Book 4 speaks soberly of human mortality psalm 90, but it also speaks triumphantly of god as the great king who rules all psalms 93 and 9599. The book of psalms attributes at least 73 or about half of the psalms to david and attributes other psalms to other authors, including asaph psalms 50. It is not surprising that psalm 91 is often read, frequently set to music, and. Pdf psalm 91 and its wisdom connections researchgate. For each psalm, vangemeren provides a substantive introduction. Both are outstanding interpreters of the psalms, and together they have produced a commentary that is clear in structure and lucid in style, up to date in scholarship and astute in application indeed, a compelling introduction for anyone seeking to appreciate the psalms in their ancient and contemporary settings. Furthermore this commentary shows great potential in giving phenomenal application combined with superior exegesis. The relationship of prayer to psalm 119 in bonhoeffers commentary 118 the relationship of jesus christ to psalm 119 in bonhoeffers commentary 123 bonhoeffers commentary in context of other contemporary commentaries 128. Assuredly no subtle plot shall succeed against one who has the eyes of god. In spite of this five book division, the psalter was clearly thought of as a whole, with an introduction and a conclusion. In hebrew the title is songs of praise or praises tehillim, cf. Dr ross joined the faculty of beeson divinity school in 2002 as beeson professor of old testament and hebrew. This is a most wonderful psalm of protection in fact, of the commentators i read concerning it, i think all said it was the most beautiful in the whole book.

I own and have read many commentaries on the book of psalms and this new commentary is one of the greatest additions to that lineage. Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler, if you dwell near to god, you will not be deceived by satan. Commentary on psalms 91 by matthew henry blue letter bible. Then the supreme being is introduced, and confirms all that david had spoken concerning solomon. Spurgeons treasury of david to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Matthew henrys concise bible commentary on psalm 91. In conclusion, psalm 91 is a psalm of trust and confidence for the believer in regards to the lords protection for them. Nov 15, 2015 bob snyder exposition of psalm 91 besides how this applied to people during the time of its writing, it also has application to us. An introduction to the book of psalms catholic ace. Among the psalm fragments from the dead sea scrolls, for example, a variant form of psalm 91 is attested in a scroll known as 11qapocryphal psalms 11q11, a text from the first century c. May 14, 2020 once the connection with demons was made, psalm 91. The greek title in the septuagint, a translation made two hundred years before christ is psalmoi, whence our word psalms. Psalm 91 is not an argumentative text, but in its present shape it. This commentary gives a concise jewish interpretation of the book of psalms, providing a brief and helpful summary of each psalm, and important commentary notes on each verse of every psalm.

In the greek septuagint version of the bible, and in its latin translation vulgate, this psalm is psalm 90 in a slightly different numbering system. There are approximately 150 chapters in the book of psalms. My twentyfouryearold son, lee, was crossing the street on a crosswalk in new york city when he was struck by a cab on the leg and thrown onto the hood of the car before landing on. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition of the bible.

This entire chapter of psalm 91 is filled with the goodness and power of god. Psalms 91 spurgeons verse expositions of the bible bible. He shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler. For whatever things were written before were written for our learning, that we through the patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope. A lone singer opens with a statement of the security and protection enjoyed by those who trust in god and live their lives constantly in gods presence 12. The book of job gives an account of a righteous man who faithfully responded to difficult trials. Those who have discovered the secret of perpetual emotion certainly ought to get acquainted with the book of psalms. Song of sheer praise because the king is reigning millennial kingdom. As such it has brought comfort, encouragement, and blessing to gods people throughout the ages. The second voice is that of the lord himself who likewise pledges his watch care verses 1416. Psalm 90, but this one is individualized singular you. Read commentary on this popular bible verse and understand the real meaning behind gods word using john gills exposition. Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the new testament. And those who have found the comfort of making the lord their refuge, cannot.

Dyrness professor of biblical studies emeritus, wheaton college an invaluable tool for all those who seek to understand and expound the book of psalms. He that by faith chooses god for his protector, shall find all in him that he needs or can desire. Psalm 91 book series psalm 91 gods shield of protection. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. Professor rosss extensive and superb introduction alone is worth the purchase of the commentary. Another name for the book of psalms is the psalter. David guzik commentary on psalm 91, which speaks of the assurance of those who trust god and speaks of the secret place of the most high.

Believers are not to go around terrified of the horrors that they are seeing or afraid to face the troubles that they may encounter for god promises that he shall deliver the righteous from them all. There are two distinct voices in the psalm, and each speaks to the trusting believer in the lord. Introduction to the exposition of the book of psalms by request of the author, this seriescourse on old testament exegesis has been removed due to conflicts for commercial publishing reasons. The power of praying and speaking psalm 91 so shall my word be that goes forth out of my mouth. The book of psalms is a record of petitions or laments, thanksgiving, and praise to god by his people. Nevertheless, whoever the actual anonymous speaker is some view this psalm as a psalm of lament of the sick and anguished. Psalm 91 is the 91st psalm of the book of psalms, beginning in english in the king james version. I will say of the lord, he is my refuge and my fortress, my god, in whom i trust. The first voice assures the faithful of gods protection verses 1.

There are many resources related to exegesis and study of the bible located on our site here. Study psalm using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of psalms was known as the hymn book of israel. Some of the ancients were of opinion that moses was the penman, not only of the foregoing psalm, which is expressly said to be his, but also of the. Psalms introduction commentary commentary critical and. Jarchi and others think this psalm was written by moses m, as was. Psalms 7 clearly refers to the babylonian captivity. Introduction and index to the book of psalms bff the bible. Let peggy joyce walk you through the verses of psalm 91 and show. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most high shall abide under the shadow of the almighty. Psalms 91 commentary john gills exposition of the bible. A final assessment regarding the genrecategory of psalm 91 will be assessed through craig c. This commentary by poetessayist norris the cloister walk, lj 31596 is not the usual psalm by psalm, versebyverse historical, linguistic, and theological exposition but instead a lengthy introduction first to the psalms themselves and then to the king james version kjv of them.

It is certainly the most helpful commentary on the psalms that i have yet read. Psalm 1 authorship and date while the ultimate author of the book of psalms is the lord, humanly speaking, there are at least seven different named authors. Introduction and index to the book of psalms bff the. Introduction and index to the book of psalms the bible teaching commentary paul j. Yet the accessibility of this commentary makes it a wonderful introduction to the book of psalms. It is true that, in a sense, this places man in the center. I have chosen to follow the paragraph structure and the translation of the nasb in this exposition.

The conclusion states the conditions and promises again in the third person by god himself v1416. Introduction meaning and commentary on bible verse. The theme of psalm 51 is the petition for forgiveness of sin. Sermon on psalm 91 to encourage people through hard times. Introduction the hebrew title of this book is tehilim praises or hymns, for a leading feature in its contents is praise, though the word occurs in the title of only one psalm the hundred fortyfifth. After all it says he will deliver you from the deadly. No one seems safe anymore and everyone is searching for methods of protection. One of the most basic questions any person of faith must wrestle with is why bad things happen to good people.

As a jewish commentary it does not deal with what christians would consider the messianic elements of the psalms, not even in psalm 110. This is surprising because so many of the psalms are laments or complaints. This psalm appears to have been used in temple worship in a time of danger. Notes throughout the psalms give additional indications of conscious arrangement see also chart, p. Verses 510 pursue the implications of the safety which we have in god. Psalm 91 psalm 92 psalm 93 psalm 94 psalm 95 psalm 96 psalm 97 psalm 98 psalm 99 psalm 100 psalm 101 psalm 102 psalm 103 psalm 104 psalm 105 psalm 106 psalm 107 psalm 108 psalm 109 psalm 110 psalm 111. Home fathers of the church expositions on the psalms augustine expositions on the psalms. The book of psalms is the place to learn to worship with your heart in no matter what situation. Delitzsch, commentary on the old testamentpsalms 5, et. As such, jewish tradition links psalm 91 with psalm 90 and concludes the speaker is moses. Shadows by definition are a place of protection or covering, they provide. Davids name is appended to 73 of the psalms, with the new testament attributing two additional psalms to him cf. Dec 19, 2020 i would like to share with you some nuggets of knowledge about what i learned the book says about the psalms just from browsing through the pages on that topic in the book. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of psalms.

Let me now encourage you with a praise report on the power of praying and speaking psalm 91 over our loved ones. Introduction to psalms bible commentary theology of work. The book of psalms is the human expression of the whole spectrum of emotions of fellowship with. In this article pastor jack shares a bible study and commentary on psalm 91. Psalm 91 is not identified by theologians as a major covenant, but it certainly has the qualities of a covenant because the promises are conditional. He is the author of introducing biblical hebrew and grammar, holiness to the lord. Walter brueggemann and bill bellinger form an impressive team. For this amazing book records every one of mans emotions and experiences. Introduction to the book of psalms learn religions. Septuagint, vulgate latin, syriac, arabic, and ethiopic versions.

The promises in psalm 91 can save the lives of men and women who patrol our streets, keep our communities safe and care for patients. It is remarkable that the book of psalms begins with this exclamation. Book 5 is a mixture, but it ends in celebration, as the nations and all creation worship the god of israel see psalm 148. Book of psalm matthew henrys bible commentary concise. The safety of the godly man and his confidence in god. The book of psalms is part hymnbook, part prayer book, part wisdom literature, and part anthology of poems concerning israel and god. He who dwells in the shelter of the most high will abide in the. Every human emotion is covered in these hymns of aspiration to god. Whoever dwells in the shelter of the most high will rest in the shadow of the almighty.

Structure the book of psalms is arranged in five books. Introduction to the exposition of the book of psalms. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. Angels are introduced as bearing up the believer in their hands, not that he. God found in this scripture, and a prayer we can use to pray the bible over our life. Kirkpatrick, argues that psalm 91 is set as a response to psalm 90, a promise and reassurance to israel who has called out to the lord from exile. The book of psalms is the first and main book of the third part of the hebrew bible, of the writings hebr. Psalm 91 and psalm 9 exegesis and exposition of psalm 91 and psalm 9, which are both examples of psalms of trust. First, it is supported by the interpretation that book iv of the psalms is the conclusion to the cries of israel from exile in books iiii. The people under the protection of god, were his children of that time, and all times. According to many researchers it was ezra, the priest and scribe, himself who completed the final collection of the psalms ezra 3. The singer then addresses his remarks directly to such believers. Mar 19, 2020 introduction to psalm 91 with the coronavirus sweeping across almost all borders, fear and anxiety has gripped hearts around the world. Study psalm using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.