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Type: Lament Psalm (though Lament in confidence).
by numerous authors have been noticed it as properly being categorized as a Lament Psalm.
However, in that regard it is distinct because it is as much a praise Psalm.
This is because its content is as much about confidence in God as it is in Lamenting about suffering.
by numerous authors have been noticed it as properly being categorized as a Lament Psalm.
However, in that regard it is distinct because it is as much a praise Psalm.
This is because its content is as much about confidence in God as it is in Lamenting about suffering.
Many Psalms we do not know a whole lot about.
The background story, when it was written, sometimes even who wrote is unknown.
by numerous authors have been noticed as properly being a Lament Psalm.
That is
Many Psalms we do not know a whole lot about.
The background story, when it was written, sometimes even who wrote is unknown.
- Now understand, we also should interpret in light of the historical background and the grammatical context of a passage.
- At the same time, we cannot interpret what we do not know.
1.
Sometimes it requires a best choice of options rather than a 100% confidence vote.
I am 70% sure it is this, but I can’t be for certain.
2. Other times we can avoid making a choice because it does not drastically effect the meaning of the text.
These are the kind of decisions that encompass a good study of Scripture.
is one of those places that require this kind of discernment.
Background Information: There is no clear historical background for this Psalm.
a.
It is possible it is related to the background of (Flight from Absalom).
This is because describes the shame of David's honor and follows .
See Waltke's Notes.
However, there is no discernable historical occasion that can be verified.
We only know, based on the prescript, that this is a Psalm written by David.
b.
Others have held this is a plea over a draught.
This is because no enemy is mentioned, “good” could be an agriculture term, and uses agricultural terms.See Waltke's Notes.
However, there is no discernible historical occasion that can be verified.
We only know, based on the prescript, that this is a Psalm written by David.
If I had to shoot from the hip, I would probably say it is related with a 50-60% confidence as I say that.
But admittedly, there is no way to know for sure.
If I had to shoot from the hip, I would probably say it is related with a 50-60% confidence as I say that.
But admittedly, there is no way to know for sure.
Structure: The structure of this Psalm is debated.
- Some believe that 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8 each make up a Stanza Poem.
- Others believe it is a Chiasm.
I believe this must be a Chiasm because would be out of place given the structure above.
However, the balance of a Chiasm is off in having 2 verses.
Which is why there is a debate in structure.
There are numerous repeated terms (“doublets”) within this Psalm.
"The pairs of terms serve a variety of poetic purposes, such as inclusio (a, g, and possibly c), contrast between the good and the wicked (d and e), and emphasis (f)." (WBC)
CAVEAT: Since this is our first look at a Chiasm Psalm, I want to walk us through the process of of understanding that kind of Psalm.
- Understand, my hope is that we will think about David’s exaltation of God in a devotional matter.
- But my chief concern tonight is to model and explain how to interpret this kind of poem.
We cannot fully appreciate the Psalms until we understand how it says it.
In fact, Bruce Waltke would say
“you do not understand any passage until you understand how the passage says it”.
Relational Exhortation:
I understand that much of this discussion may not be the most interesting or even devotional.
It is not the kind of lesson that is going to help you be more unconditional loving father or mother tomorrow.
So why go through it?
The Psalms is about sharing a the common human experience’s of
- fear
- love
- joy
- sorrow
- suffering
in light of God.
When we understand the way an author wrote a Psalm it helps us truly understand what the Psalmist is saying.
That skill is something that will give you depth to your understanding of the Psalms, ...which in turn impacts your heart, ... which in turn uplifts your soul.
The lesson tonight is to a give you a skill that will help you be:
- comforted when you are struggling,
- abound in joy when you are blessed,
- and to awe at God as you behold who he is.
My hope over time is not simply to tell you about another passage in the Psalms,
but to help you get into the Psalms in a way that allows you to personally be able to relate to them.
If years from now you open up your Bible to the Psalms and you rejoice, you cry, you are comforted because of what you learn through this series.
Then I have accomplished exactly what I have set out to do.
This lesson is apart of that larger goal.
Lets start by asking,
Lets start by asking,
What is a Chiasm?
Background Information: There is no clear historical background for this Psalm.
It is possible it is related to the background of (Flight from Absalom).
This is because describes the shame of David's honor.
However, there is no discernable historical occasion that can be verified.
We only know, based on the prescript, that this is a Psalm written by David.
(Slide 2)
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Outline:
>>>>>>>>>>>>>[follow the worksheet - Guide to Interpreting the Psalms]
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- Problems
Stanza - What about ?
It would seem odd to place that there.
Chiasm - Why does the final prayer () not match the count in ?
I believe this must be a Chiasm because would be out of place given the structure above.
However, the balance of a Chiasm is off in having 2 verses.
Which is why there is a debate in the structure.
(Slide 4)
I am ok with the extra verse because it is not as imbalanced as it might seen.
In both you have essentially 3 identifiable clauses.
Personal Note: The doublets in this Psalm have no significance.
They are simply repeated words.
Non-Uniformed use of repeated terms does not support either view, but may indicate structure.
However, until I can understand why the terms are repeated, it cannot support any structural decisions.
The Structure of :
(Slide 5)
Once we have identified this Psalm as a Chiasm,
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