The Book of Psalms

Book 1: Psalms 1 through 41

This first collection of psalms, mainly written by David, is similar to the book of Genesis.  Just as Genesis tells how mankind was created, fell into sin, and was then promised redemption, many of these psalms discuss humans as blessed, fallen, and redeemed by God.

Book 2: Psalms 42 through 72

This collection of psalms, mainly written by David and the sons of Korah, is similar to the book of Exodus.  Just as Exodus describes the nation of Israel, many of these psalms describe the nation as ruined and then recovered.

Book 3: Psalms 73 through 89

This collection of psalms, mainly written by Asaph or Asaph’s descendants, is similar to the book of Leviticus.  Just as Leviticus discusses the tabernacle and God’s holiness, many of these psalms discuss the temple and God’s enthronement.

Book 4: Psalms 90 through 106

This collection of psalms, mainly written by unknown authors, is similar to the book of Numbers.  Just as Numbers discusses the relationship of the nation of Israel to surrounding nations, these psalms often mention the relationship of God’s overruling kingdom to the other nations.

Book 5: Psalms 107 through 150

This collection of psalms, mainly written by David, is similar to the book of Deuteronomy.  Just as Deuteronomy was concerned with God and His Word, these psalms are anthems of praise and thanksgiving for God and His Word.

Read the Book of Psalms in several Bible translations.