Psalms 1-6 Flashcards
According to Psalm 1:1, what does the person who is living the good life not do?
“Blessed is the man who does not walk in the advice of the wicked, nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in the assembly of mockers.”
(Psalm 1:1)
Psalm 1:2
“In the law of Yahweh is the blessed man’s delight, and on Yahweh’s law, he meditates day and night.”
(Psalm 1:2)
Psalm 1:3
“The blessed man is like a tree planted by streams of water, a tree that gives its fruit in its season, a tree with leaves that also do not wither. Therefore, all that the blessed man does prospers.”
(Psalm 1:3)
How does the life of the person who does not delight in Yahweh’s law differ from the life of the righteous according to Psalm 1:4?
“Not so the wicked. Instead, they are like the chaff that the wind scatters.”
(Psalm 1:4)
According to Psalm 1:5, what will be the final state of those who do not delight in Yahweh’s law?
“Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous;”
(Psalm 1:5)
Psalm 1:6
“Yahweh knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.”
(Psalm 1:6)
In Psalm 2:1, what does the Psalmist want to know about the nations?
“Why are nations in tumult, and countries plotting in vain?”
Psalm 2:1
What error does Psalm 2:2 describe governments making?
“The kings of the earth establish themselves, and the rulers conspire together against Yahweh and his anointed:”
(Psalm 2:2)
What does Psalm 2:3 describe governments saying in response to God and to his messiah?
“Let us tear off their bonds, and cast their cords from us!”
Psalm 2:3
Psalm 2:4
“He who sits enthroned in the heavens laughs. The Lord derides the rebellious nations and their rulers.”
(Psalm 2:4)
Psalm 2:5
“The Lord speaks to the rebellious nations and their rulers in his wrath, and in his fury, he terrifies them.”
(Psalm 2:5)
Psalm 2:6
“As for me, I have set my king on Zion, my holy mountain.”
Psalm 2:6, the Lord
Psalm 2:7
“I will tell the decree; Yahweh said to me: ‘You are my son; today I have begotten you.’”
(Psalm 2:7, the King placed on Zion)
Psalm 2:8
“‘Ask from me, and I will make the nations your heritage and the ends of the earth your possession”
(Psalm 2:8, Yahweh to his Son, the King on Zion)
Psalm 2:9
“You will break the nations with an iron rod. You will shatter them like they are a potter’s vessel.”
(Psalm 2:9; Yahweh to his Son, the King on Zion)
According to Psalm 2:10, what should governments be?
“So then, O kings, be wise. Be warned, O rulers of the earth.”
(Psalm 2:10)
Psalm 2:11
“Serve Yahweh with fear, oh rulers, and rejoice with trembling.”
(Psalm 2:11)
Psalm 2:12
“Kiss Yahweh’s Son lest he be angry and you perish on the way, for the Son’s anger burns quickly. Blessed are all who take refuge in him.”
(Psalm 2:12)
What’s David’s problem in Psalm 3:1?
“A Psalm of David at his fleeing from Absalom, his son: ‘Yahweh, how many are my enemies; many are rising against me.’”
(Psalm 3:1 of David)
According to Psalm 3:2, what are people saying about David’s life?
“Many are saying about my soul, ‘There is no deliverance for him from God.’ Selah”
(Psalm 3:2)
Psalm 3:3
“You, Yahweh, are a shield around me, my glory and the one who lifts up my head.”
(Psalm 3:3 of David)
Psalm 3:4
“With my voice, I call to Yahweh, and he answers me from his holy hill.”
(Psalm 3:4 of David)
Psalm 3:5
“I lay down and slept; I woke up because Yahweh sustains me.”
(Psalm 3:5 of David)
How in Psalm 3:6 does David respond to his enemies?
“I am not afraid of the ten thousands of people who all around have set themselves against me.”
(Psalm 3:6)
Psalm 3:7
“Rise up, Oh Yahweh; deliver me, Oh my God; for you strike all my enemies on the cheek. The teeth of the wicked you break.”
(Psalm 3:7 of David)
Psalm 3:8
“To Yahweh belongs deliverance; may your blessing be over your people. Selah”
(Psalm 3:8 of David)
Psalm 4:1
“When I call, answer me, Oh God of my righteousness. When I am in trouble, deliver me. Be gracious to me, and hear my prayer.”
(Psalm 4:1 of David)
According to Psalm 4:2, how are people treating David and why?
“O sons of man, how long will my honor be a disgrace? How long will you love vanity? How long will you seek lies? Selah”
(Psalm 4:2)
Psalm 4:3
“Know, sons of man, that Yahweh has set apart for himself the faithful one. Yahweh hears when I call to him.”
(Psalm 4:3 of David)
Psalm 4:4
“Be disturbed, sons of man, but do not sin. Commune in your heart on your bed, and be silent. Selah”
(Psalm 4:4 of David)
Psalm 4:5
“Offer correct sacrifices, and trust in Yahweh.”
Psalm 4:5 of David
Psalm 4:6
“Many are saying, ‘Who will show us something good?’ Raise up over us the light of your face, Oh Yahweh.”
(Psalm 4:6 of David)
Psalm 4:7
“You, Yahweh, have put gladness in my heart, more gladness than when their grain and their wine abound.”
(Psalm 4:7 of David)
Psalm 4:8
“In peace I will lie down and sleep at once, for you alone, O Yahweh, make me dwell safely.”
(Psalm 4:8 of David)
What’s the first thing David asks Yahweh to do in Psalm 5?
“Hear my words, O Yahweh. Give heed to my sighing.”
Psalm 5:1 of David
In Psalm 5:2, what causes David to expect that God will pay attention to his request?
“Listen to the sound of my pleading, my king and my God, for to you I pray.”
(Psalm 5:2, David)
When David cries out to Yahweh in Psalm 5:3, how does David describe his future petitions?
“O Yahweh, in the morning, you will hear my voice. In the morning, I will set forth my case to you, and I will watch.”
(Psalm 5:3; David)
What relationship, according to Psalm 5:4, does David understand God to have with evil, such that David expects his prayers to be answered positively by God?
“For you are not a God who desires wickedness. Evil cannot dwell with you.”
(Psalm 5:4 of David)
How does David in Psalm 5:5 describe the evaluation the wicked receive from God?
“The boastful do not stand before your eyes. You hate all evildoers.”
(Psalm 5:5 of David)
What does God do to the evil according to Psalm 5:6 and why?
“You destroy speakers of lies. A man of bloodshed and deceit Yahweh abhors.”
(Psalm 5:6 of David)
Unlike the evil, where is David going to go for help, according to Psalm 5:7, and why?
“But as for me, through the abundance of your steadfast love I will enter your house. I will bow down toward your holy temple in awe of you.”
(Psalm 5:7 of David)
In Psalm 5:8, how does David want God to help him and why?
“Oh Yahweh, lead me in your righteousness because of my enemies; make straight before me your way.”
(Psalm 5:8 of David)
What about David’s enemies according to Psalm 5:9 makes him believe Yahweh will take up his cause?
“For there is not anything reliable in his mouth; their inner part is destruction. Their throat is an open grave; with their tongue they speak deceit.”
(Psalm 5:9 of David)
In Psalm 5:10, how does David desire God to act toward David’s enemies and why?
“Treat them as guilty, Oh God; let them fall because of their plans. Because of the abundance of their transgressions cast them out, for they have rebelled against you.”
(Psalm 5:10 of David)
According to Psalm 5:11, what does David desire for those with faith in God (in distinction to his desire for his enemies), and how will this come about?
“But let all who take shelter in you rejoice. Let them ever sing for joy, because you spread protection over them; And let those who love your name exult in you.”
(Psalm 5:11 of David)
Why does David, according to Psalm 5:12, believe God’s relationship to the righteous will result in their praising God?
“For you bless the righteous. O Yahweh, like a shield you surround him with good favor.”
(Psalm 5:12 of David)
What does David request of Yahweh in Psalm 6:1?
“O Yahweh, do not rebuke me in your anger, and do not discipline me in your wrath.”
(Psalm 6:1 of David)
According to Psalm 6:2, what need does David recognize that he has before God, and why does he have this need?
“Be gracious to me, O Yahweh, because I am feeble. Heal me, O Yahweh, for my bones are terrified.”
(Psalm 6:2 of David)
In Psalm 6:3, how does David describe his emotions, and how does this lead him to respond to God?
“My soul is also very terrified. But you, O Yahweh, how long?”
(Psalm 6:3 of David)
What does David ask God to do for him in Psalm 6:4, and what does David believe would motivate God to do this for him?
“Turn, O Yahweh; deliver my life. Save me for the sake of your steadfast love.”
(Psalm 6:4 of David)
To what aspect of God’s wrath does David point in Psalm 6:5 with hope that Yahweh will save him from death?
“For there is no remembrance of you in death. In Sheol, who will give thanks to you?”
(Psalm 6:5 of David)
In Psalm 6:6, what reaction of David to his enemies has caused him to be warn out?
“I am weary with my groaning; I flood my bed every night. With my tears, I drench my couch.”
(Psalm 6:6)
How are David’s enemies, according to Psalm 6:7, negatively impacting his well-being?
“My eye wastes away because of vexation; it grows old because of all my oppressors.”
(Psalm 6:7 of David)
According to Psalm 6:8, what does David want his enemies to do, and what does he think should motivate them to do so?
“Depart from me, all workers of evil, for Yahweh has heard the sound of my weeping.”
(Psalm 6:8 of David)
According to David in Psalm 6:9, why will his enemies be defeated?
“Yahweh has heard my plea; Yahweh has accepted my prayer.”
Psalm 6:9 of David
What does David, in Psalm 6:10, say will happen to his enemies because he has prayed?
“All my enemies shall be ashamed and shall be very terrified. They shall turn back; they shall suddenly be ashamed.”
(Psalm 6:10 of David)
