Ep 165 | Psalms 1-46, Come Follow Me (August 8-14)

→ Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2022/08/02/psalms-1-46-ep-165-quotes-and-notes/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Timestamps: 00:26 – The historical background and purpose of the Psalms. 02:24 – Many scholars assert that several of the Psalms were used in Israel’s temple worship, especially during the first temple period. They can be divided into hymns of praise, pleas for help or laments, and thanksgiving songs. 08:57 – Some LDS scholars see the setting of the Psalms directly connected to the temple. 15:31 – In Psalm 1 the Tree of Life is seen, similar to Nephi’s dream in 1 Nephi 8-11. 17:31 – Psalm 2 is an enthronement Psalm. The king is set on a holy hill in Zion and is adopted as a Son of God. 20:53 – By making a covenant with God, the king is given the promise of invulnerability. This is both literal and symbolic. 23:52 – Psalm 8 depicts God’s glorious creations. We are central in his creations. 26:38 – “For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels”. The original Hebrew text states that man is “a little lower than the Elohim.” 29:45 – Psalm 19 emphasizes the laws of the Lord, portraying the law as “sweeter than honeycomb.” 31:55 – Psalm 20 is a plea for help. We receive increased divine attention when we go to the temple. 33:24 – Psalm 21 portrays the king receiving the requested blessing, as he comes before the Lord and receives a crown in his presence. 36:51 – Psalm 22 describes the Messiah’s battle with evil. We are given a glimpse into the Savior’s struggle in Gethsemane and Golgotha as he cries out during the day and the night. Justin, in his dialogue with Trypho, connects the sufferer’s cry in Psalm 22 with Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane. 42:55 – Jesus, though mocked while on the cross, did not revile against those who ridiculed him. 45:57 – The Bulls of Bashan compass the Messiah. His bones are out of joint, he is poured out like water, and his hands and feet are pierced. 52:03 – The Savior’s post-mortal ministry in the spirit world. 57:22 – Psalm 23 shows the plan of salvation in the pattern of a three-act play. The rod or staff is an extension of God. 1:01:55 – Changing the tenses of the verbs in Psalm 23 can provide additional application. 1:05:41 – Psalm 24, “Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord?” As we demonstrate our trust in Jesus and are cleansed, we are promised we will one day come into the Father’s presence. 1:08:23 – Psalm 24 as a depiction of the ascent of the king coming into the hill of the Lord, with the priests and the Ark of the Covenant. 1:09:37 – Psalm 25 is an acrostic psalm. Psalm 29 portrays God’s victory over chaos as his “voice is upon the waters.” 1:12:41 – Psalm 40 describes how the king’s feet are established on the rock, a symbol of sacred kingship.