DISCUSSION OF THE PSALMS - PART IV

THE ROYAL PSALMS

I. The royal psalms reflect the promises made through the monarch, especially those made to the line of David.

3. The passage promises that if these conditions are fulfilled, the people will prosper.

II. The royal psalms extol the establishment of the monarchy, describe and decry its decline, and anticipate the glorious future king.

- It begins with a classic use of repetition, showing the constancy of God's power.

- The psalm describes the enemies in terms of death itself.

C. Psalm 20 is a threefold hymn with addresses to the king, to the people, and to God.

E. Psalm 45 is a glorious wedding song for the king and queen.

- The psalm describes both the king's righteousness and splendor.

- The psalm uses repeated parralelism to emphasize its points.

I. Psalm 110 combines the priestly and royal roles of the king.

J. Psalm 144 reflects rejoicing in the confidence placed in God.