PSALMS 112

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1 Praise Yahweh! ◄Happy are/He is pleased with► those who revere him, those who happily obey his commands. 2 Their children will prosper in their land; and their descendants will be blessed by God. 3 Their families [MTY] will be very wealthy [DOU], and the results of their righteous deeds will endure forever. 4 Godly/Righteous people are like lights [SIM] that shine in the darkness on those who are kind, merciful and righteous. 5 Things will go well for those who generously lend money to others and who conduct their businesses honestly. 6 Righteous people will not be overwhelmed/worried/distressed because of their troubles, and they will never be forgotten by other people. 7 They are not afraid of receiving bad news; they confidently/completely trust in Yahweh. 8 They are confident and not afraid, because they know that they will see God defeat their enemies. 9 They give things generously to poor/needy people; the results of their kind deeds will endure forever, and they will be exalted and honored. 10 Wicked people see those things and are angry; they gnash their teeth angrily, but they will disappear and die. The wicked things that they want to do will never happen.

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Theme: The Blessedness of the Righteous

Psalms 112 describes the characteristics and blessings of a righteous person, emphasizing their fear of God, integrity, and generosity. This chapter encourages believers to cultivate a deep reverence for God and to live a life of faithfulness and compassion. By doing so, they will experience the joy and prosperity that comes from following God's ways.

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Psalms 112:1 "How blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in His commandments!"

This verse is central to the chapter because it introduces the theme of the blessedness of the righteous. The person who fears God and delights in His commandments is described as blessed, emphasizing the importance of a deep reverence for God and a commitment to following His ways. This verse sets the tone for the rest of the chapter, which describes the characteristics and blessings of a righteous person.

Key Words in Psalms 112

"fears the Lord"

This phrase emphasizes the importance of having a deep reverence for God, recognizing His sovereignty and authority in our lives.

"delights in His commandments"

This phrase highlights the importance of loving and obeying God's commands, recognizing that they are given for our good and His glory.

"blessed"

This word emphasizes the joy and prosperity that comes from following God's ways and trusting in His goodness and faithfulness.

"righteous"

This word describes the person who lives a life of integrity, compassion, and justice, reflecting the character of God in their relationships and actions.

Christ in This Chapter

The principles outlined in Psalms 112 are exemplified in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. In Matthew 5:3-12 and Luke 6:20-26, Jesus teaches about the blessedness of those who are poor in spirit, who mourn, and who are persecuted for righteousness' sake. These teachings reflect the themes of Psalms 112, which emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's goodness and faithfulness, even in the face of adversity (Psalms 112:7-8). By looking to Christ as our example, we can cultivate a deep reverence for God and live a life of faithfulness, compassion, and justice. (Matthew 5:3-12 · Luke 6:20-26)

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