Psalm 151

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This paper explores several issues associated with Apocryphal Psalm 151, including its authorship, the historical conditions of its writing and the historical period in which it was created. Additionally, the paper discusses the political and religious influences at the time the Psalm was written and the central themes of this particular work. Finally, the paper examines the Psalm from a religious Christian perspective, analyzing the Psalmists belief about the the sovereignty and providence of God.

Outline:
Introduction to Psalm 151
Authorship and Time-Period of Psalms 151
Historical, Political and Religious Influences
God's Sovereignty in Psalms 151
Summary and Conclusion
Bibliography

From the Paper:

"Psalm 151 is believed by the Qumran community to have been authored by David the King who authored the Psalms in the official Christian Bible, and upon reading this Psalm, it does seem to fit with the other writings of David insofar as the content. This Psalm speaks of brothers who are more handsome than he who writes the Psalm. Storfjell states that verse one which: "speaks about the size and age of David in comparison to his brothers and about his appointment to the work of Shepherd" (1987) is confirmed in verse 10 "which contrasts the fact that size and age are not criteria for being appointed to the position of leaders over Israel. "

Sample of Sources Used:

• Yamauchi, Edwin (1973) The Stones and the Scriptures. Leicester: IVP, 1973, p.11.
• Priestly, William (nd) The Dead Sea Scrolls - Biblical Studies. Online available at: http://www.biblicalstudies.org.uk/article_dss.html.
• M. Burrows, (1956) The Dead Sea Scrolls. Secker & Warburg, 1956, p.262.
• Storfjell, J. Bjornar (1987) The Chiastic Structure of Psalm 151. Andrews University Seminary Studies 25.1 (1987) 97-106.
• Gurtner, Daniel M. (2002) Book Review: Introducing the Apocrypha: Message, Context, and Significance.

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