Chapter 21 Psalms Flashcards

Questions and Answers

How many books is the book of Psalms divided into?

Four

Six

Five (correct)

Three

What are the first and second divisions of the book of Psalms?

1-41 and 42-72

What are the third and fourth divisions of the book of Psalms?

73-89 and 90-106

What is the fifth division of the book of Psalms?

107-150 Signup and view all the answers

What do the closing verses of the last Psalm in each collection contain?

An ascription of praise to the Lord that serves to tie off that part of the book of Psalms. Signup and view all the answers

What are the Greek and Hebrew words for Psalm?

Psalmos and tehillim Signup and view all the answers

How many psalms did King David write? What are some of them?

73, along with Psalms 3, 51, and 57 Signup and view all the answers

How many psalms did Asaph write? Which ones were they? Who was Asaph?

11, Psalms 73-83, David's chief musician Signup and view all the answers

Which psalms are attributed to the sons of Korah?

Psalms 44 and 85 Signup and view all the answers

What two things do the Psalms give us?

An insight to Hebrew worship and scripture that deals with all aspects of life. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a congregational worship psalm?

Psalm 136 Signup and view all the answers

Who set the foundation for the study of psalm classification?

Hermann Gunkel Signup and view all the answers

What are the seven main psalm types?

Hymns, penitential, wisdom, royal, messianic, imprecatory, and lament psalms. Signup and view all the answers

What are hymns?

Songs of praise and thanksgiving to God for who He is and what He has done. Signup and view all the answers

What are penitential psalms?

Psalms that confess sorrow for sin and appeal to God for grace and forgiveness. Signup and view all the answers

What are wisdom psalms?

General observations about life, especially God and our relationship to Him. Signup and view all the answers

What are royal psalms?

These focus on the king as son of David and as God's chosen man to rule His people. Signup and view all the answers

What are messianic psalms?

Psalms that describe some aspect of the Messiah's person or ministry. Signup and view all the answers

What are imprecatory psalms?

These call for God's judgment against enemies and/or His people's enemies. Signup and view all the answers

What are lament psalms?

Psalms that lament one's condition; usually include statement of lament, statement of trust in God, and affirmation of praise to Him. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of hymns?

Psalms 8, 136, and 150 Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of penitential psalms?

Psalms 38 and 51 Signup and view all the answers

What is the most famous penitential psalm, and what is it about?

Psalm 51, it is about David's sin with Bathsheba. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of wisdom psalms?

Psalms 1, 14, and 73 Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of royal psalms?

Psalms 2, 45, and 110 Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of messianic psalms?

Psalms 2, 16, 22, 45, and 110 Signup and view all the answers

Which two categories most commonly overlap, due to similar themes?

Royal and messianic Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of imprecatory psalms?

Psalms 35, 69, and 137 Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of lament psalms?

Psalms 3, 4, and 6 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Structure of Psalms

The book of Psalms is divided into five distinct books.
Divisions include:
- First: Psalms 1-41
- Second: Psalms 42-72
- Third: Psalms 73-89
- Fourth: Psalms 90-106
- Fifth: Psalms 107-150

Closing Verses

Closing verses of each collection contain a doxology, praising the Lord.

Terminology

Greek term for Psalm: Psalmos
Hebrew term for Psalm: Tehillim

Authorship

King David composed 73 psalms, with notable examples being Psalms 3, 51, and 57.
Asaph, David's chief musician, wrote 11 psalms, including Psalms 73-83.

Sons of Korah

Psalms attributed to the sons of Korah include Psalms 44 and 85.

Insights from Psalms

Psalms provide insight into Hebrew worship and explore all aspects of life.

Types of Psalms

The seven main types of psalms include:
- Hymns
- Penitential
- Wisdom
- Royal
- Messianic
- Imprecatory
- Lament

Hymns

Hymns are songs of praise and thanksgiving to God for His nature and deeds.
Examples of hymns: Psalms 8, 136, and 150.

Penitential Psalms

These psalms express sorrow for sin and seek God's grace and forgiveness.
Prominent examples include Psalms 38 and 51, with Psalm 51 specifically addressing David's sin with Bathsheba.

Wisdom Psalms

Wisdom psalms make general observations about God and human relationships with Him.
Examples include Psalms 1, 14, and 73.

Royal Psalms

Royal psalms focus on the king as God's appointed ruler and demonstrate His sovereignty.
Notable examples include Psalms 2, 45, and 110.

Messianic Psalms

These psalms describe aspects of the Messiah's character and mission.
Examples include Psalms 2, 16, 22, 45, and 110, reflecting common themes with royal psalms.

Imprecatory Psalms

Imprecatory psalms call for God's judgment against enemies or the enemies of His people.
Examples include Psalms 35, 69, and 137.

Lament Psalms

Lament psalms articulate sorrowful conditions, containing expressions of lament, trust in God, and praise.
Examples include Psalms 3, 4, and 6.

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Test your knowledge of the divisions and structure of the Book of Psalms with these flashcards. Each card prompts you with a key term or division, helping you to memorize essential details effectively. Perfect for students of theology and scripture study.