Bible Project: The Book of Psalms

How many poems in the Book of Psalms are connected with King David?

• 73

• 150

• 24

• 33

Who are some of the other authors mentioned besides King David?

• Paul and Peter

• Asaph and the sons of Korah

• Moses and Aaron

• Abraham and Isaac

What does the word 'hallelujah' mean?

• Praise Yah

• God is great

• Peace to all

• Sing loudly

Into how many large sections is the Book of Psalms divided?

• Seven

• Ten

• Three

• Five

What themes do Psalm 1 and 2 introduce?

• Creation and Redemption

• Sin and Salvation

• Exodus and Conquest

• Torah and Messianic Kingdom

What is the central theme of Psalm 19?

• The history of Israel

• The creation of the world

• Praising God for the Torah

• The future Messianic King

What does Book Three conclude with?

• A reflection on God's promise to David

• A song of Moses

• A celebration of the temple

• A call to repentance

What metaphor is used in Psalm 148 to symbolize the future Messianic King?

• A river of peace

• A strong tower

• A horn raised in victory

• A shining star

What kind of poems predominate in Books 1 through 3?

• Wisdom

• Praise

• Royal

• Lament

What shift in the type of poems is observed towards the end of the Book of Psalms?

• From royal to wisdom

• From wisdom to royal

• From praise to lament

• From lament to praise