Regardless of writer, psalm 119 has some very special qualities. I cover two verses a day one in the morning and one in the evening. Inductive studies in psalms small group studies with discussion questions psalm 119 is known for being the longest chapter in the bible. Mar 23, 20 studying psalms is an essential part of every disciples spiritual journey. This book has blessed the hearts of multitudes down through the ages. Psalm 119 is the 119th psalm of the book of psalms, generally known in english by its first verse, in the king james version, blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the lord. Since the book of psalms is the longest book in the bible, it shows us the priority of praise and worship to god. This is the holy book of psalms, known simply as the book of psalms. The book of psalms was known as the hymn book of israel. Meditations on the excellencies of the word of god. Psalm 119 6409 final basic training bible ministries. There have been many lengthy works written on this psalm. It is written in a format that will allow us to read and study the key concepts with. Psalm 117 represents the middle out of 1189, in the bible.
It stands as the giant among the psalmsit is the longest psalm and the longest chapter in the bible176 verses. The recording is dramatized, from the king james bible. The holy bible book 19 psalms kjv dramatized audio. Nov 27, 2017 the book of psalms read by alexander scourby. It fits the three month study cycle that many bible study groups follow 12 psalms for 12 weeks. Bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days. All of this will be seen as we go through the book of psalms.
You have commanded us to keep your precepts diligently. Study the bible online using commentary on psalm 119 and more. It is mentioned in every verse with a couple of possible. This takes time, effort, commitment, and scheduling.
You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed. Now viewing scripture range from the book of psalms chapter 119. Then in psalms 1641 we see christ in the midst of his people sanctifying them to god. The psalms are capable of serving as a hymnal of praise, a prayer book, a book of evidences, and a training guide for living holy and righteous lives for god. Some psalms reflect a texture of deep despair, other. I have found that summarizing and outlining helps me to better understand the word of god.
The book of psalms a study guide executable outlines. The lord willing, i intend to add more outlines on various psalms sometime in the future. Close study of the psalms discloses that the authors often composed with an overall design in mind. Psalms 119 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. Join us at love god greatly as we dive into the living word. The book of psalms is in the third section of the hebrew bible, the khetuvim, and a book of the christian old testament. Oh, that my ways were directed to keep your statutes. The bible mostly comprises stories, prophecies, and laws, but psalms brings the poetic punch. Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees. Psalms 119 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole. This study guide was developed in preparation for teaching adult bible classes. These are just a few of the reasons why the book of psalms should be read and studied by every christian, and hopefully this study will help to meet these objectives.
This section of the psalm shows us that the author was a man who had suffered deeply. Thus the psalms are useful for singing praises to god. This bible study on psalm 119 contains outlines, extensive crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, lessons to learn, and applications. Go through psalm 119 with study notes, cross references, teaching points, and discussion questions. A personal encounter, author mary kassian focuses on. It stands as the giant among the psalms it is the longest psalm and the longest chapter in the bible 176 verses. We wish you and your bible study group an exciting journey through the world of the psalms accompanied by insights from the hebrew language. Spurgeon said, the book of psalms instructs us in the use of wings as well as words. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him. How to study the book of psalmssermon notes peterpilt. The psalm 119 online bible study gives us a glimpse into the beauty, importance, and usefulness of scripture, prompting us to walk away more in love with god and his word, more aware of our sin, and more in awe of our great savior and his sacrifice on our behalf. First of all, it has the distinction of being the longest chapter in the bible. Aleph blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the lord.
Each volume is between 500 and 600 pages, with a total of 1,677 pages. Being such a long psalm and the longest chapter in the bible this psalm has been of some historical note. The objectives are usually things i plan to emphasize during the class. It is referred to in hebrew by its opening words, ashrei temimei. Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with the whole heart. When i have been sick at home, or in the hospital, or when some problem is pressing upon my mind and heart, i find myself always turning to the psalms. There are many qualities we could study about the bible, but im just. Psalms is one of the longest books of the bible, but thats because its actually a collection of 150 poems about life back in the day. If there were wonders in the law, much more in the gospel, where christ is all in all. Psalms bible study psalm 1, 23, 91, 119, 9 and more. Serving as the anchor for the study, psalm 119 demonstrates the power of.
Read psalms 119 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the. Psalm 119 shows us that the word of god should have top priority in our lives. These eight terms describe the law of mosesthe torah or pentateuch, comprised of the first five books of the bible. Ask of me, and i shall give thee the heathen for thine inheritance, and the uttermost parts of the earth for thy possession. Charles bridges spends an average of two pages per verse. Psalms 119 king james bible kjv book of psalms bible. But, dont let the length of the chapter hinder you. Here is a summary of how you can study the psalms largest book of the bible largest chapter of the bible ps 119 also the shortest chapter ps 117 it contains the exact middle chapter of the bible psalm 118. The greatness and glory of gods word this long psalm deserves a long introduction.
Inductive bible studies in the book of psalms study and obey. They are also useful for teaching and confirming that jesus is the christ or messiah. This is being aired by permission of the holder litchfield associates, all rights. The collected psalms comprise the largest book in the bible and the most frequently quoted old testament book in the new testament. The book of psalms represents a rich tapestry of prayer and praise.
It is written in a format that will allow us to read and study the key concepts with ease. In the taped series from which this book was drawn, there is a great deal of detailed exegesis from my study of the hebrew text of psalm 119. Note how the psalms correspond particularly well with isaiah, zechariah, and gods covenant with david in chapter 7 of 2 samuel. Free psalm 119 online bible study with sarah koontz. I have always understood that psalm 119 is about the word of god. In psalms 915 we see the enemy and antichrist conflict and the final deliverance. Psalm 119 was written somewhere between 24003000 years ago. Aleph blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the lord. Summary i am blessed if my walk is blameless, and that can only be achieved by walking according to gods. The book of psalms kjv audio bible full by alexander. Psalms bible study psalm 1, 23, 91, 119, 9 and more lifeway. Studying psalms is an essential part of every disciples spiritual journey.
The objectives are usually things i plan to emphasize during the class i have found that summarizing and outlining helps me to better understand the word of god. Over the past several months, we have worked to revise the study and infuse it with additional resources, including an audio version and a goingdeeper guide. Enrich your faith and grow in spiritual maturity with the incredible bible study and devotional books listed below. That is just about the right size for a five to seven minute session. How blessed are those whose actions are blameless, 1 who obey 2 the law of the lord 2 how blessed are those who observe his rules. Since the book of psalms is the longest book in the bible, it shows us the. Marc chagall, david with his harp 1956 color lithograph. The personalized psalms, which is a separate part of this study, will enable you to use each psalm as a personal prayer, praise, or petition to god. The greatness of gods word is the theme of our 8 week psalm 119 online bible study. Psalm 119 commentary the treasury of david bible study tools. The theme of psalm 119 the theme of psalm 119 is what the word of god is and does. We originally released this free psalm 119 study in the spring of 2017. He is blessed, and i need him to teach me his word. Thematically, the psalms cover a wide spectrum of topics, ranging from heavenly worship to earthly war.
This is true of the alphabetic acrostics, in which the poet devoted to each letter of the hebrew alphabet one line segment as in ps 111112, or a single line as in ps 25. You will find that almost every verse is packed with truth about gods word. There are ten words by which divine revelation is called in this psalm, and each expresses what god expects from us, and what we may expect from him. Treasuring his word in my heart keeps me from sinning against him. Commentary for psalms 119 the general scope and design of this psalm is to magnify the divine law, and make it honourable. Psalm 119 is in the very center of the word of god, and it exalts his word. We ask that you introduce it to your bible study group.
Study guide for psalm 119 by david guzik blue letter bible. Psalms 119 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary by albert barnes, a dedicated student of the bible, continues to be very popular even today. Psalms 119, christian standard bible csb the bible app. Meditation on gods word starts the book of psalms cf. Read and study psalms 119 with the versebyverse bible commentary. Through the psalms, we learn about the importance of prayer and the acknowledgment of pain, as well as the power of praise and fulfillment of prophecy. Visit our inductive bible studies for more studies on this and other books of the bible. They contain words of comfort in times of pain and encouragement for those who suffer. Read psalm 119 commentary using the treasury of david. Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart they do no wrong but follow his ways. The nwt study bible is complete with cross references, maps, and an accurate bible dictionary. Psalm 119 blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the lord. I have a better understanding of thee, of thy law, of the duties of this life, and in regard to the life to come, than my enemies have.
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