Author Archives: Joseph Malekani

Psalm 23 Commentary Probably the most read, most well-known, and most quoted psalm. Psalm 23 is simply a beautiful and timeless gem! The interest with which we read this psalm increases quickly as we realize that we are hearing the shepherd’s voice. Days and nights spent behind and ahead of the flock can always beContinueContinue reading “Psalm 23 Commentary”

Psalm 22 Commentary Crucifixion. What else? The unanswered prayer of the LORD Jesus Christ to have the cup of suffering waved, the mocking, the dividing of clothes, and the insults of the unbelievers. It is an appropriate distraction imposed by the messianic message to the original context. We cannot be wrong. In reality, the originalContinueContinue reading “Psalm 22 Commentary”

Psalm 21 Commentary The blessings of the LORD can be a source of great joy. Strength, victory, status, and life. The list can be endless if one cares to count! On the list is a special blessing: The presence of the LORD. Verse 6. In a world of zero adversity, these blessings would not exist.ContinueContinue reading “Psalm 21 Commentary”

Psalm 20 Commentary The timing of this psalm is sometime after David’s coronation as king over the entire nation. Zion had become the seat of the nation’s administration. Israel had already found stability, and David’s fame had spread. It is from such a background that a prosperous David would preserve for us an important posterContinueContinue reading “Psalm 20 Commentary”

Psalm 19 Commentary Elegance and beauty, combined with heavenly serenity, this psalm presents creation’s hymn of praise. You guess the shepherd boy is working through his thoughts under the cover of open skies. From here, he can gaze at the unlimited expanse of the visible universe with his naked eyes. The immortal God begins toContinueContinue reading “Psalm 19 Commentary”

Psalm 18 Commentary David reflects on his long career. He looks at the many interventions of the LORD. It is an interesting list. We can look at our past and the present, and see a life that could have been, but a life that we never were. We can regret. It becomes a point ofContinueContinue reading “Psalm 18 Commentary”

Psalm 17 Commentary It’s difficult to repeat this prayer. Who can claim that their steps have held to God’s paths and that their feet have not stumbled? Who would want the LORD to examine them because they are sure of passing the exam with flying colors? You easily appreciate why we pray in the nameContinueContinue reading “Psalm 17 Commentary”

Psalm 16 Commentary This psalm flows smoothly until David makes an outrageous claim. He declares that the LORD will not allow him to experience decay. But David is mortal, and not immortal. So, what is David talking about? This psalm looked to the future and pointed to the Messiah. Of course, Jesus died, but HisContinueContinue reading “Psalm 16 Commentary”

Psalm 15 Commentary As a lecture, Chapter 15 summarizes the essence of religion. It answers the question of how one relates with his environment. It all boils down to compliance. There is a set of rules that govern how men relate to one another. Compliance becomes a qualification, or a passport for entry into God’sContinueContinue reading “Psalm 15 Commentary”

Psalm 14 Commentary The Hebrew words rendered ‘fool’ in the Psalms denote one who is morally deficient. We can start with this footnote lifted from the New International Version Bible. Therefore, this psalm talks about conduct and character that do not honor God. It’s not about atheists as we understand them. When a society becomes lawless, mightContinueContinue reading “Psalm 14 Commentary”