Hello there, welcome to AWWF the podcast. On this episode we are reading the book of Psalms chapter 1 and 2. Join us daily in the month of January as we read through the entire book of 150 chapters.

Did you know...

- The Book of Psalms is sometimes called “Tehillim” which means “Book of Praises” or “Bible within the Bible” because it covers all the major themes of the Bible story.

-Jesus Himself used more quotes from the book of Psalms than from any other book.

- King David wrote approximately 73 of the 150 Psalms.

- The key word in the Psalms is “praise” which appears 211 times

- The word “Selah” appears 71 times throughout the Psalms. The most recognized meaning of the Hebrew word Selah is “forever.” It is often interpreted as an instruction calling for a break in the singing of the Psalm, or to pause and calmly think about what you have read;

The Book of Psalms may aptly be summarized by 5 key Words:
a) Praise: The Psalmist worships, extols, and with heart-felt gratitude, thanks the sovereign God of Israel for His Person, His Word, and His mighty works in regard to both creation and redemption;
b) Prophecy: The Psalmist often writes of the coming Messiah, foretelling His zeal, suffering, death, resurrection, ascension, high priestly work, and coming millennial reign;
c) Pain: The Psalmist describes in graphic fashion his personal doubts, fears, pain, and problems;
d) Petition: The Psalmist offers up many requests, crying out for relief, forgiveness, reassurance, direction, protection and strength;
e) Poetry: The Psalmist pens his words in poetic fashion meant to be sung.

Info credited to https://psalm91.com/2020/08/10/incredible-facts-about-the-book-of-psalms/