What is “Sheol”?
What is “Sheol”? In the OT, the Hebrew word “Sheol” (9:17) refers to the place where people go when they die. It is similar to… Read More »What is “Sheol”?
What is “Sheol”? In the OT, the Hebrew word “Sheol” (9:17) refers to the place where people go when they die. It is similar to… Read More »What is “Sheol”?
What was the main purpose of the Psalms for the people of God? The Psalms were the songbook of the people of God when they… Read More »What was the main purpose of the Psalms for the people of God?
How are the Psalms divided? The Psalms are divided into five books: 1–41; 42–72; 73–89; 90–106; 107–150. Each book ends with a “doxology,” a hymn… Read More »How are the Psalms divided?
A shield for his people. Without the proper shield, an ancient warrior had little chance in battle. Psalms uses the term “shield” (3:3) to describe… Read More »A shield for his people
Where is Zion? Zion (2:6) is the mountain where Jerusalem and the temple were built. The term “Zion” sometimes refers to ancient Jerusalem and sometimes… Read More »Where is Zion?