Like the following sister psalm 112, this is a hymn of thanks and praise for gracious divine love, guidance and protection. An acrostic poem in the Hebrew, it may have been used for instruction. All the powerful key words of the psalter seem purposefully gathered in a pile. Besides those already mentioned from early verses, … Continue reading Psalm 111, 31 Jan 2021
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Psalm 66, 17 May 2020
Earth, air, fire and water. Early philosophers like Aristotle thought these were the basic physical elements of the world. The first two largely defined the basic structure of the environment. Fire and water could be viewed differently. First in general terms, separately or together in opposition like yin and yang, they might variously represent life, … Continue reading Psalm 66, 17 May 2020
Psalms 42, 43, 19 June 16
Australians, at least those who live or travel anywhere near the open dry spaces of this continent, know what thirst is all about. Indigenous plants and animals evolved to survive through hot summers and droughts. Aboriginal people were expert at finding water in dry creek beds, trees and grasses. For Sooner or later in a … Continue reading Psalms 42, 43, 19 June 16
