Becker Bible Studies
King James Bible chapter index
Psalms
The meaning of the title Psalms from the Septuagint is "Sacred Songs
Sung to Musical Accompaniment"; from the Hebrew title comes "praises.
Moses is the Author of Psalm 90, Asaph is the author of Psalms 50,
73-83, Solomon is the author of Psalms 72, 127, Heman is the author of
Psalm 88, Ethan is the author of Psalm 89, and David is the author of 73
psalms in total. In addition, 12 psalms are assigned to "The Sons of
Korah". The Book of Psalms is a record of petitions, lamentations,
thanksgiving and praise to God by His people. It has brought comfort,
encouragement and blessing to God's people throughout the ages. The
purpose of the psalms was well expressed by David when he appointed
Levites to institute hymns in Israel to record, thank and praise the
LORD GOD of Israel.
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