Psalm 39 Quiz

What is the prominent use of three forms of address of Yahweh in Psalm 39:5 and 13?

• To introduce new stanzas

• To conclude the psalm

• To repeat the same message

• To address different people

In Psalm 39, what does the poet use to serve as transition markers?

• The phrase "And now"

• The use of the divine name Yahweh

• The repetition of the word "prayer"

• The use of imperatives

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the second to fourth stanzas of Psalm 39 consist of?

• A monologue by the poet

• A dialogue with Yahweh

• A series of questions

• A list of commandments

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the root meaning of the Hebrew word used in Psalm 39:12a?

• To refer to an object or quality causing envious desire

• To refer to a prayer

• To refer to a transition marker

• To refer to a dialogue

What is the primary theme of the first stanza in Psalm 39 according to the text?

• The psalmist's self-deliberation and resolve to keep quiet

• The psalmist's praise for Yahweh

• The psalmist's lament about his enemies

• The psalmist's request for forgiveness

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What does the psalmist's self-deliberation in Psalm 39 suggest about the nature of the psalm?

• It is a wisdom reflection rather than a formulaic prayer

• It is a lamentation

• It is a praise song

• It is a historical narrative

What does the psalmist compare human life to in Psalm 39?

• A. A long journey

• B. A mere breath

• C. A strong tree

• D. A flowing river

In Psalm 39, what does the psalmist ask Yahweh to forgive?

• A. His enemies

• B. His transgressions

• C. His friends

• D. His family

How does the psalmist describe the duration of his life in Psalm 39?

• A. As long as a river

• B. As short as the width of a few sets of four fingers

• C. As endless as the sky

• D. As long as a mountain range

What does the psalmist compare gathering possessions to in Psalm 39?

• A. Building a house

• B. Throwing things on a heap

• C. Planting a garden

• D. Climbing a mountain