Psalms 1-6 Flashcards

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According to Psalm 1:1, what does the person who is living the good life not do?

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“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)

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Psalm 1:2

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“In the law of Yahweh is the blessed man’s delight, and on Yahweh’s law, he meditates day and night.”

(Psalm 1:2)

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Psalm 1:3

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“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)

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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?

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“Not so the wicked. Instead, they are like the chaff that the wind scatters.”

(Psalm 1:4)

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According to Psalm 1:5, what will be the final state of those who do not delight in Yahweh’s law?

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“Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous;”

(Psalm 1:5)

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Psalm 1:6

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“Yahweh knows the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.”

(Psalm 1:6)

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In Psalm 2:1, what does the Psalmist want to know about the nations?

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“Why are nations in tumult, and countries plotting in vain?”

Psalm 2:1

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What error does Psalm 2:2 describe governments making?

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“The kings of the earth establish themselves, and the rulers conspire together against Yahweh and his anointed:”

(Psalm 2:2)

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What does Psalm 2:3 describe governments saying in response to God and to his messiah?

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“Let us tear off their bonds, and cast their cords from us!”

Psalm 2:3

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Psalm 2:4

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“He who sits enthroned in the heavens laughs. The Lord derides the rebellious nations and their rulers.”

(Psalm 2:4)

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Psalm 2:5

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“The Lord speaks to the rebellious nations and their rulers in his wrath, and in his fury, he terrifies them.”

(Psalm 2:5)

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Psalm 2:6

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“As for me, I have set my king on Zion, my holy mountain.”

Psalm 2:6, the Lord

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Psalm 2:7

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“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)

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Psalm 2:8

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“‘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)

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Psalm 2:9

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“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)

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According to Psalm 2:10, what should governments be?

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“So then, O kings, be wise. Be warned, O rulers of the earth.”

(Psalm 2:10)

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Psalm 2:11

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“Serve Yahweh with fear, oh rulers, and rejoice with trembling.”

(Psalm 2:11)

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Psalm 2:12

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“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)

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What’s David’s problem in Psalm 3:1?

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“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)

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According to Psalm 3:2, what are people saying about David’s life?

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“Many are saying about my soul, ‘There is no deliverance for him from God.’ Selah”

(Psalm 3:2)

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Psalm 3:3

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“You, Yahweh, are a shield around me, my glory and the one who lifts up my head.”

(Psalm 3:3 of David)

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Psalm 3:4

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“With my voice, I call to Yahweh, and he answers me from his holy hill.”

(Psalm 3:4 of David)

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Psalm 3:5

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“I lay down and slept; I woke up because Yahweh sustains me.”

(Psalm 3:5 of David)

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How in Psalm 3:6 does David respond to his enemies?

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“I am not afraid of the ten thousands of people who all around have set themselves against me.”

(Psalm 3:6)

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Psalm 3:7

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“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)

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Psalm 3:8

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“To Yahweh belongs deliverance; may your blessing be over your people. Selah”

(Psalm 3:8 of David)

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Psalm 4:1

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“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)

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According to Psalm 4:2, how are people treating David and why?

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“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)

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Psalm 4:3

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“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)

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Psalm 4:4

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“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)

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Psalm 4:5

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“Offer correct sacrifices, and trust in Yahweh.”

Psalm 4:5 of David

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Psalm 4:6

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“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)

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Psalm 4:7

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“You, Yahweh, have put gladness in my heart, more gladness than when their grain and their wine abound.”

(Psalm 4:7 of David)

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Psalm 4:8

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“In peace I will lie down and sleep at once, for you alone, O Yahweh, make me dwell safely.”

(Psalm 4:8 of David)

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What’s the first thing David asks Yahweh to do in Psalm 5?

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“Hear my words, O Yahweh. Give heed to my sighing.”

Psalm 5:1 of David

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In Psalm 5:2, what causes David to expect that God will pay attention to his request?

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“Listen to the sound of my pleading, my king and my God, for to you I pray.”

(Psalm 5:2, David)

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When David cries out to Yahweh in Psalm 5:3, how does David describe his future petitions?

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“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)

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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?

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“For you are not a God who desires wickedness. Evil cannot dwell with you.”

(Psalm 5:4 of David)

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How does David in Psalm 5:5 describe the evaluation the wicked receive from God?

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“The boastful do not stand before your eyes. You hate all evildoers.”

(Psalm 5:5 of David)

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What does God do to the evil according to Psalm 5:6 and why?

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“You destroy speakers of lies. A man of bloodshed and deceit Yahweh abhors.”

(Psalm 5:6 of David)

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Unlike the evil, where is David going to go for help, according to Psalm 5:7, and why?

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“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)

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In Psalm 5:8, how does David want God to help him and why?

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“Oh Yahweh, lead me in your righteousness because of my enemies; make straight before me your way.”

(Psalm 5:8 of David)

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What about David’s enemies according to Psalm 5:9 makes him believe Yahweh will take up his cause?

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“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)

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In Psalm 5:10, how does David desire God to act toward David’s enemies and why?

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“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)

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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?

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“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)

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Why does David, according to Psalm 5:12, believe God’s relationship to the righteous will result in their praising God?

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“For you bless the righteous. O Yahweh, like a shield you surround him with good favor.”

(Psalm 5:12 of David)

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What does David request of Yahweh in Psalm 6:1?

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“O Yahweh, do not rebuke me in your anger, and do not discipline me in your wrath.”

(Psalm 6:1 of David)

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According to Psalm 6:2, what need does David recognize that he has before God, and why does he have this need?

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“Be gracious to me, O Yahweh, because I am feeble. Heal me, O Yahweh, for my bones are terrified.”

(Psalm 6:2 of David)

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In Psalm 6:3, how does David describe his emotions, and how does this lead him to respond to God?

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“My soul is also very terrified. But you, O Yahweh, how long?”

(Psalm 6:3 of David)

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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?

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“Turn, O Yahweh; deliver my life. Save me for the sake of your steadfast love.”

(Psalm 6:4 of David)

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To what aspect of God’s wrath does David point in Psalm 6:5 with hope that Yahweh will save him from death?

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“For there is no remembrance of you in death. In Sheol, who will give thanks to you?”

(Psalm 6:5 of David)

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In Psalm 6:6, what reaction of David to his enemies has caused him to be warn out?

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“I am weary with my groaning; I flood my bed every night. With my tears, I drench my couch.”

(Psalm 6:6)

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How are David’s enemies, according to Psalm 6:7, negatively impacting his well-being?

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“My eye wastes away because of vexation; it grows old because of all my oppressors.”

(Psalm 6:7 of David)

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According to Psalm 6:8, what does David want his enemies to do, and what does he think should motivate them to do so?

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“Depart from me, all workers of evil, for Yahweh has heard the sound of my weeping.”

(Psalm 6:8 of David)

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According to David in Psalm 6:9, why will his enemies be defeated?

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“Yahweh has heard my plea; Yahweh has accepted my prayer.”

Psalm 6:9 of David

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What does David, in Psalm 6:10, say will happen to his enemies because he has prayed?

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“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)