Psalms

Old Testament · Wisdom · 150 psalms

One hundred and fifty songs and prayers of praise, lament, thanksgiving and trust.

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Written by
David and others, including Asaph, the sons of Korah and Moses
Date
c. 1400s–400s BC

Themes

  • Praise and worship
  • Lament and trust
  • The coming King

Outline

  1. Book IPsalms 1–41
  2. Book IIPsalms 42–72
  3. Book IIIPsalms 73–89
  4. Book IVPsalms 90–106
  5. Book VPsalms 107–150

Key verses

Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers.
Psalm 1:1
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Psalm 23:1
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble.
Psalm 46:1
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.
Psalm 119:105
I praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Marvelous are Your works, and I know this very well.
Psalm 139:14