Psalms 12

Dr. Suma

Psalms 11 -

Psalm 9 is predominantly praise (by the king) for God’s deliverance from hostile nations. It concludes with a short prayer for God’s continuing righteous judgments on the haughty nations. Psalm 9 and 10 were treated as one Psalm in some Greek versions . Probably 9 -10 came to be separated for the purpose of separate liturgical use

Psalm 8 is a Nature Psalm – a Psalm of creation.

The beginning and ending of the psalm suggest that it is essentially a hymn of praise to God for the same. There is also a significant focus on the created dignity of man.

Psalm 7 is a plea for vindication from God in the light of the oppressor’s allegations and actions.

David’s confidence in the God, the Divine Judge is the backbone of this Psalm. As David understand this truth, he will move from a tense anxiety to divine assurance. This psalm follows David through three progressively calming stages of expression in response to the false accusations that were being hurled against him

Psalm 6 is an individual lament from David. It describes a person whose hard circumstances have led him to see his sins and to repent. Thus, it is often considered one of the “penitential” Psalms

Psalm 5 is in essence a lament with expressions of innocence and confidence followed by prayers for protection.

In this Psalm ,at the end of yet another day of pressure, pain, and persecution in his life , David engages in three conversations with God which ultimately lead to a point of blessed relaxation.

This encouraging Psalm intermingles both lament and confidence.

It becomes a pattern for praise, peace, and prayer amidst pressure. Here, David shares his theological “secret” of having assurance in the face of adversity.