Old Testament · Poetry
Psalms
A clear overview of the book’s story, message, and place in the Bible.
WHOLE-BOOK SUMMARY
Understanding Psalms
Psalms is Israel’s prayer and songbook, giving words for praise, grief, repentance, gratitude, fear, and hope. Its 150 poems celebrate God as Creator, King, Shepherd, Judge, refuge, and faithful covenant Lord.
MAIN THEMES
IMPORTANT VERSE · KJV
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
Psalm 23:1
Scripture quotation is from the King James Version (KJV).