Psalms I

by John F. Brug

This series is an excellent companion text for Bible study leaders and for individual use.

292 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1989

Reviews

[Shelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Psalms are divided into five Books. The Davidic Psalms in Books I & II, chapters 1-72, are covered in Volume 1 of this commentary. Psalms is the Bible’s book of hymns. Full of prayer, the Psalms cover praise and thanksgiving, sin, repentance and forgiveness, sorrow and joy. with plenty of good insights, comfort and nuggets for life application. The Introduction covers authorship, types (messianic, imprecatory), dating, collection, arrangement, poetry and music of the Psalms. When applicable, the author gives the historical Biblical background for and New Testament references to each Psalm citing chapter and verse (Psalm 56 from David fleeing Saul in 1 Samuel 21:10-15), he shares hymns inspired by them (Psalm 46 - A Mighty Fortress is Our God) and he explains the derivation and meaning of words (selah=be quiet, maskil=teaching) if known. There is a lot to cover, some repetitive, and he does a good job referring back/forward to other sections of his commentary so that he doesn’t repeat himself.
Psalm 19:7-14, 23:1-6, 42, 51:1-17

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I always like the commentary to give background to the situation at the time of the writing, and to help you understand what the author is saying. Found myself writing little notes in the margin of my personal Bible.

[Spacek Kim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Psalms represent prayer for deliverance from sin through God. David is famous for authorship of psalms. I wish I knew Hebrew as the alphabet that John Brug discusses would be a great way to enjoy this book.

Psalms or songs sing of the love God has for his children. Psalm 55 reminds us of God's creation and our fall into sin. Psalm 70 and 71 are a call to us to remember the blessing we have in being children of God! (4th Reading)