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Exploring the Psalms: Themes and Structure in Ancient Israelite Poetry

Delve into the rich world of the Psalms from ancient Israel, spanning reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon to the fall of Judah and exile. Learn about the diverse authors and key themes of monotheism, creation, covenant, and more. Discover the different types of Psalms, from laments to hymns of praise, and explore the unique structures across the five books. Uncover the historical, prophetic, and royal aspects imbued in these spiritual songs.

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Exploring the Psalms: Themes and Structure in Ancient Israelite Poetry

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  1. Introduction to the Psalms

  2. Timeline • Reign of Saul: 1050/1030 – 1010 BCE • Reign of David: 1010 -971 BCE • Reign of Solomon: 971- 931 BCE • Fall of Judah/exile: 586 BCE • Pre-Exilic/Exilic/Post Exilic

  3. Authors • David – 73 psalms • Asaph – 12 • Sons of Korah – 12 • Ethan the Ezrahite – 4 • Heman the Ezrahite – 1 • Solomon – 2 • Moses - 1

  4. Key Themes • Monotheism • Creation and Fall • Election and Covenant • Covenant Membership • Eschatology

  5. Types of Psalms • Laments • Hymns of Praise • Hymns of Thanksgiving • Hymns Celebrating God’s Law • Wisdom Psalms

  6. Songs of Confidence • Royal Psalms • Historical Psalms • Prophetic Psalms

  7. Structure • Book 1: Psalms 1-41 • Book 2: Psalms 42-72 • Book 3: Psalms 73-89 • Book 4: Psalms 90-106 • Book 5: Psalms 107-150

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