Psalms
Songs and prayers expressing worship, praise, and petition
Chapters
Chapter 1
RighteousnessThe Way of the Righteous and the Wicked
Contrasts the blessed life of the righteous with the fate of the wicked
Key Verses: Psalm 1:1, Psalm 1:3, Psalm 1:6
Chapter 2
NationsThe Reign of the Lord's Anointed
God's promise to establish His King on Zion despite opposition
Key Verses: Psalm 2:1, Psalm 2:6, Psalm 2:12
Chapter 3
ShieldSave Me, O My God
David's prayer for deliverance from his enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 3:3, Psalm 3:5, Psalm 3:8
Chapter 4
AnswerAnswer Me When I Call
David's evening prayer for God's favor and peace
Key Verses: Psalm 4:1, Psalm 4:3, Psalm 4:8
Chapter 5
MorningLead Me in Your Righteousness
Morning prayer for God's guidance and protection
Key Verses: Psalm 5:3, Psalm 5:8, Psalm 5:12
Chapter 6
GraciousO Lord, Deliver My Life
Prayer for mercy and healing in distress
Key Verses: Psalm 6:2, Psalm 6:4, Psalm 6:9
Chapter 7
RefugeIn You Do I Take Refuge
Prayer for justice against false accusers
Key Verses: Psalm 7:1, Psalm 7:8, Psalm 7:17
Chapter 8
MajesticHow Majestic Is Your Name
Praise for God's creation and care for humanity
Key Verses: Psalm 8:1, Psalm 8:4, Psalm 8:9
Chapter 9
ThanksI Will Recount Your Wonderful Deeds
Thanksgiving for God's justice and deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 9:1, Psalm 9:10, Psalm 9:18
Chapter 10
HideWhy Do You Hide Yourself
Question about God's apparent absence during wickedness
Key Verses: Psalm 10:1, Psalm 10:12, Psalm 10:17
Chapter 11
RefugeThe Lord Is in His Holy Temple
Trust in God's righteous judgment from heaven
Key Verses: Psalm 11:1, Psalm 11:4, Psalm 11:7
Chapter 12
SaveSave, O Lord, for the Godly One Is Gone
Prayer against lying and deceitful speech
Key Verses: Psalm 12:1, Psalm 12:6, Psalm 12:7
Chapter 13
How LongHow Long, O Lord
Cry for help in times of prolonged suffering
Key Verses: Psalm 13:1, Psalm 13:5, Psalm 13:6
Chapter 14
FoolThe Fool Says, There Is No God
Description of the corruption of those who deny God
Key Verses: Psalm 14:1, Psalm 14:2, Psalm 14:7
Chapter 15
SojournWho Shall Dwell on Your Holy Hill
Qualifications for dwelling in God's presence
Key Verses: Psalm 15:1, Psalm 15:2, Psalm 15:5
Chapter 16
My LordYou Are My Lord
Declaration of trust in God and hope in the future
Key Verses: Psalm 16:2, Psalm 16:8, Psalm 16:11
Chapter 17
Just CauseIncline Your Ear to Me
Prayer for vindication and protection from enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 17:1, Psalm 17:6, Psalm 17:15
Chapter 18
RockThe Lord Is My Rock and My Fortress
David's song of deliverance from all his enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 18:2, Psalm 18:6, Psalm 18:46
Chapter 19
HeavensThe Heavens Declare the Glory of God
Praise for God's revelation in creation and His law
Key Verses: Psalm 19:1, Psalm 19:7, Psalm 19:14
Chapter 20
AnswerMay the Lord Answer You
Prayer for God's help in times of trouble
Key Verses: Psalm 20:1, Psalm 20:7, Psalm 20:9
Chapter 21
StrengthThe King Rejoices in Your Strength
Thanksgiving for God's blessings on the king
Key Verses: Psalm 21:1, Psalm 21:7, Psalm 21:13
Chapter 22
ForsakenMy God, My God, Why Have You Forsaken Me
Cry of suffering and ultimate trust in God's deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:16, Psalm 22:31
Chapter 23
God's CareThe Lord is My Shepherd
David's famous psalm about God's care and guidance
Key Verses: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 23:4, Psalm 23:6
Chapter 24
EarthThe Earth Is the Lord's
Declaration of God's ownership and call to worship
Key Verses: Psalm 24:1, Psalm 24:3, Psalm 24:7
Chapter 25
Lift Up SoulTo You, O Lord, I Lift Up My Soul
Prayer for guidance, forgiveness, and deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 25:1, Psalm 25:4, Psalm 25:14
Chapter 26
VindicateVindicate Me, O Lord
Prayer for vindication and commitment to integrity
Key Verses: Psalm 26:1, Psalm 26:8, Psalm 26:12
Chapter 27
LightThe Lord Is My Light and My Salvation
Declaration of trust in God's protection and presence
Key Verses: Psalm 27:1, Psalm 27:4, Psalm 27:14
Chapter 28
CallTo You, O Lord, I Call
Prayer for help and thanksgiving for answered prayer
Key Verses: Psalm 28:1, Psalm 28:6, Psalm 28:7
Chapter 29
AscribeAscribe to the Lord Glory
Praise for God's power displayed in nature
Key Verses: Psalm 29:1, Psalm 29:4, Psalm 29:11
Chapter 30
ExtolJoy Comes with the Morning
Thanksgiving for deliverance from death
Key Verses: Psalm 30:1, Psalm 30:5, Psalm 30:12
Chapter 31
RefugeInto Your Hand I Commit My Spirit
Prayer for deliverance and trust in God
Key Verses: Psalm 31:1, Psalm 31:5, Psalm 31:14
Chapter 32
BlessedBlessed Is the One Whose Transgression Is Forgiven
Joy of forgiveness and confession of sin
Key Verses: Psalm 32:1, Psalm 32:5, Psalm 32:10
Chapter 33
JoySing Joyfully to the Lord
Call to praise God for His creation and providence
Key Verses: Psalm 33:1, Psalm 33:4, Psalm 33:22
Chapter 34
BlessI Will Bless the Lord at All Times
Praise for God's deliverance and call to fear Him
Key Verses: Psalm 34:1, Psalm 34:8, Psalm 34:18
Chapter 35
ContendContend, O Lord, with Those Who Contend with Me
Prayer for vindication against enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 35:1, Psalm 35:9, Psalm 35:27
Chapter 36
TransgressionHow Precious Is Your Steadfast Love
Contrast between wickedness and God's love
Key Verses: Psalm 36:1, Psalm 36:7, Psalm 36:9
Chapter 37
Fret NotFret Not Yourself Because of Evildoers
Wisdom about trusting God and not envying the wicked
Key Verses: Psalm 37:1, Psalm 37:4, Psalm 37:23
Chapter 38
RebukeDo Not Forsake Me, O Lord
Prayer for mercy in times of suffering and sin
Key Verses: Psalm 38:1, Psalm 38:15, Psalm 38:22
Chapter 39
Guard WaysI Said, I Will Guard My Ways
Meditation on the brevity of life and human frailty
Key Verses: Psalm 39:1, Psalm 39:4, Psalm 39:12
Chapter 40
WaitI Waited Patiently for the Lord
Thanksgiving for deliverance and prayer for continued help
Key Verses: Psalm 40:1, Psalm 40:8, Psalm 40:16
Chapter 41
BlessedBlessed Is the One Who Considers the Poor
Prayer for healing and deliverance from enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 41:1, Psalm 41:4, Psalm 41:13
Chapter 42
DeerAs a Deer Pants for Flowing Streams
Longing for God's presence and worship
Key Verses: Psalm 42:1, Psalm 42:5, Psalm 42:11
Chapter 43
VindicateSend Out Your Light and Your Truth
Prayer for God's guidance and vindication
Key Verses: Psalm 43:1, Psalm 43:3, Psalm 43:5
Chapter 44
HeardO God, We Have Heard with Our Ears
Lament over God's apparent abandonment
Key Verses: Psalm 44:1, Psalm 44:8, Psalm 44:26
Chapter 45
HeartMy Heart Overflows with a Pleasing Theme
Wedding song celebrating the king and his bride
Key Verses: Psalm 45:1, Psalm 45:6, Psalm 45:11
Chapter 46
RefugeGod Is Our Refuge and Strength
Declaration of trust in God's protection
Key Verses: Psalm 46:1, Psalm 46:7, Psalm 46:10
Chapter 47
ClapClap Your Hands, All Peoples
Call to praise God as King of all the earth
Key Verses: Psalm 47:1, Psalm 47:7, Psalm 47:9
Chapter 48
GreatGreat Is the Lord and Greatly to Be Praised
Praise for Jerusalem and God's protection
Key Verses: Psalm 48:1, Psalm 48:8, Psalm 48:14
Chapter 49
HearHear This, All Peoples
Wisdom about the futility of trusting in wealth
Key Verses: Psalm 49:1, Psalm 49:12, Psalm 49:20
Chapter 50
Mighty OneThe Mighty One, God the Lord, Speaks
God's judgment on His people and call to true worship
Key Verses: Psalm 50:1, Psalm 50:14, Psalm 50:23
Chapter 51
RepentanceA Prayer for Forgiveness
David's prayer of repentance after his sin with Bathsheba
Key Verses: Psalm 51:1, Psalm 51:10, Psalm 51:17
Chapter 52
BoastWhy Do You Boast of Evil
Condemnation of the wicked and trust in God's love
Key Verses: Psalm 52:1, Psalm 52:8, Psalm 52:9
Chapter 53
FoolThe Fool Says, There Is No God
Description of the corruption of those who deny God
Key Verses: Psalm 53:1, Psalm 53:2, Psalm 53:6
Chapter 54
SaveO God, Save Me by Your Name
Prayer for deliverance from enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 54:1, Psalm 54:4, Psalm 54:7
Chapter 55
PrayerGive Ear to My Prayer, O God
Prayer for deliverance from treacherous friends
Key Verses: Psalm 55:1, Psalm 55:16, Psalm 55:22
Chapter 56
GraciousIn God I Trust; I Shall Not Be Afraid
Trust in God despite persecution
Key Verses: Psalm 56:1, Psalm 56:3, Psalm 56:11
Chapter 57
MercifulBe Merciful to Me, O God
Prayer for mercy and praise for God's faithfulness
Key Verses: Psalm 57:1, Psalm 57:7, Psalm 57:11
Chapter 58
DecreeDo You Indeed Decree What Is Right
Prayer for justice against wicked rulers
Key Verses: Psalm 58:1, Psalm 58:6, Psalm 58:11
Chapter 59
DeliverDeliver Me from My Enemies
Prayer for deliverance from bloodthirsty enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 59:1, Psalm 59:9, Psalm 59:17
Chapter 60
RejectedO God, You Have Rejected Us
Prayer for restoration after military defeat
Key Verses: Psalm 60:1, Psalm 60:4, Psalm 60:12
Chapter 61
CryHear My Cry, O God
Prayer for God's protection and the king's reign
Key Verses: Psalm 61:1, Psalm 61:4, Psalm 61:8
Chapter 62
WaitFor God Alone My Soul Waits in Silence
Trust in God alone for salvation
Key Verses: Psalm 62:1, Psalm 62:5, Psalm 62:8
Chapter 63
My GodO God, You Are My God
Longing for God's presence and praise
Key Verses: Psalm 63:1, Psalm 63:3, Psalm 63:8
Chapter 64
VoiceHear My Voice, O God
Prayer for protection from secret plots
Key Verses: Psalm 64:1, Psalm 64:7, Psalm 64:10
Chapter 65
PraisePraise Is Due to You, O God
Praise for God's goodness and provision
Key Verses: Psalm 65:1, Psalm 65:5, Psalm 65:9
Chapter 66
ShoutShout for Joy to God
Call to praise God for His mighty works
Key Verses: Psalm 66:1, Psalm 66:5, Psalm 66:16
Chapter 67
GraciousMay God Be Gracious to Us
Prayer for God's blessing and salvation
Key Verses: Psalm 67:1, Psalm 67:3, Psalm 67:7
Chapter 68
AriseGod Shall Arise
Praise for God's victory and care for His people
Key Verses: Psalm 68:1, Psalm 68:5, Psalm 68:19
Chapter 69
SaveSave Me, O God
Cry for help in deep distress
Key Verses: Psalm 69:1, Psalm 69:13, Psalm 69:30
Chapter 70
Make HasteMake Haste, O God, to Deliver Me
Urgent prayer for deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 70:1, Psalm 70:4, Psalm 70:5
Chapter 71
RefugeIn You, O Lord, Do I Take Refuge
Prayer for God's help in old age
Key Verses: Psalm 71:1, Psalm 71:9, Psalm 71:18
Chapter 72
JusticeGive the King Your Justice
Prayer for the king's righteous rule
Key Verses: Psalm 72:1, Psalm 72:8, Psalm 72:17
Chapter 73
GoodTruly God Is Good to Israel
Struggle with the prosperity of the wicked
Key Verses: Psalm 73:1, Psalm 73:17, Psalm 73:28
Chapter 74
Cast OffO God, Why Do You Cast Us Off Forever
Lament over the destruction of the sanctuary
Key Verses: Psalm 74:1, Psalm 74:12, Psalm 74:22
Chapter 75
ThanksWe Give Thanks to You, O God
Praise for God's righteous judgment
Key Verses: Psalm 75:1, Psalm 75:7, Psalm 75:9
Chapter 76
KnownIn Judah God Is Known
Praise for God's victory over enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 76:1, Psalm 76:4, Psalm 76:11
Chapter 77
CryI Cry Aloud to God
Meditation on God's past deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 77:1, Psalm 77:11, Psalm 77:13
Chapter 78
Give EarTell the Coming Generation
Teaching Israel's history to future generations
Key Verses: Psalm 78:1, Psalm 78:4, Psalm 78:72
Chapter 79
NationsHow Long, O Lord
Prayer for vengeance on enemies who destroyed Jerusalem
Key Verses: Psalm 79:1, Psalm 79:8, Psalm 79:13
Chapter 80
ShepherdGive Ear, O Shepherd of Israel
Prayer for restoration of God's people
Key Verses: Psalm 80:1, Psalm 80:3, Psalm 80:19
Chapter 81
SingSing Aloud to God Our Strength
Call to worship and remember God's deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:6, Psalm 81:10
Chapter 82
Divine CouncilGod Has Taken His Place in the Divine Council
God's judgment on unjust judges
Key Verses: Psalm 82:1, Psalm 82:3, Psalm 82:8
Chapter 83
SilenceO God, Do Not Keep Silence
Prayer for God to act against Israel's enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 83:1, Psalm 83:13, Psalm 83:18
Chapter 84
Dwelling PlaceHow Lovely Is Your Dwelling Place
Longing for God's house and presence
Key Verses: Psalm 84:1, Psalm 84:4, Psalm 84:10
Chapter 85
FavorableRevive Us Again
Prayer for restoration and God's favor
Key Verses: Psalm 85:1, Psalm 85:6, Psalm 85:13
Chapter 86
InclineIncline Your Ear, O Lord
Prayer for God's mercy and help
Key Verses: Psalm 86:1, Psalm 86:5, Psalm 86:15
Chapter 87
Holy MountOn the Holy Mount Stands the City He Founded
Praise for Zion as the city of God
Key Verses: Psalm 87:1, Psalm 87:3, Psalm 87:6
Chapter 88
SalvationO Lord, God of My Salvation
Cry of despair and prayer for help
Key Verses: Psalm 88:1, Psalm 88:6, Psalm 88:18
Chapter 89
Steadfast LoveI Will Sing of the Steadfast Love of the Lord
Praise for God's covenant with David
Key Verses: Psalm 89:1, Psalm 89:14, Psalm 89:49
Chapter 90
Dwelling PlaceLord, You Have Been Our Dwelling Place
Meditation on God's eternity and human frailty
Key Verses: Psalm 90:1, Psalm 90:4, Psalm 90:12
Chapter 91
DwellsHe Who Dwells in the Shelter of the Most High
Trust in God's protection and care
Key Verses: Psalm 91:1, Psalm 91:4, Psalm 91:14
Chapter 92
GoodIt Is Good to Give Thanks to the Lord
Praise for God's works and the righteous
Key Verses: Psalm 92:1, Psalm 92:4, Psalm 92:12
Chapter 93
ReignsThe Lord Reigns
Praise for God's majesty and power
Key Verses: Psalm 93:1, Psalm 93:4, Psalm 93:5
Chapter 94
VengeanceO Lord, God of Vengeance
Prayer for God's justice and comfort
Key Verses: Psalm 94:1, Psalm 94:12, Psalm 94:22
Chapter 95
SingOh Come, Let Us Sing to the Lord
Call to worship and warning against unbelief
Key Verses: Psalm 95:1, Psalm 95:6, Psalm 95:8
Chapter 96
New SongOh Sing to the Lord a New Song
Call to praise God among the nations
Key Verses: Psalm 96:1, Psalm 96:4, Psalm 96:13
Chapter 97
ReignsThe Lord Reigns, Let the Earth Rejoice
Praise for God's righteous rule
Key Verses: Psalm 97:1, Psalm 97:6, Psalm 97:12
Chapter 98
New SongOh Sing to the Lord a New Song
Praise for God's salvation and judgment
Key Verses: Psalm 98:1, Psalm 98:4, Psalm 98:9
Chapter 99
ReignsThe Lord Reigns
Praise for God's holiness and justice
Key Verses: Psalm 99:1, Psalm 99:5, Psalm 99:9
Chapter 100
Joyful NoiseMake a Joyful Noise to the Lord
Call to worship and thanksgiving
Key Verses: Psalm 100:1, Psalm 100:3, Psalm 100:5
Chapter 101
Steadfast LoveI Will Sing of Steadfast Love and Justice
David's commitment to righteous living and just rule
Key Verses: Psalm 101:1, Psalm 101:2, Psalm 101:6
Chapter 102
PrayerDo Not Hide Your Face from Me
Prayer of one afflicted and faint, pleading for God's help
Key Verses: Psalm 102:1, Psalm 102:17, Psalm 102:25
Chapter 103
BlessBless the Lord, O My Soul
Praise for God's mercy and benefits to His people
Key Verses: Psalm 103:1, Psalm 103:8, Psalm 103:12
Chapter 104
GreatO Lord My God, You Are Very Great
Praise for God's creation and provision in nature
Key Verses: Psalm 104:1, Psalm 104:24, Psalm 104:35
Chapter 105
ThanksTell of All His Wonderful Works
Recounting God's faithfulness to Israel throughout history
Key Verses: Psalm 105:1, Psalm 105:4, Psalm 105:45
Chapter 106
ThanksGive Thanks to the Lord, for He Is Good
Confession of Israel's sins and God's mercy
Key Verses: Psalm 106:1, Psalm 106:6, Psalm 106:47
Chapter 107
ThanksLet the Redeemed of the Lord Say So
Thanksgiving for God's deliverance in various circumstances
Key Verses: Psalm 107:1, Psalm 107:8, Psalm 107:43
Chapter 108
SteadfastWith God We Shall Do Valiantly
David's prayer for victory and God's help
Key Verses: Psalm 108:1, Psalm 108:12, Psalm 108:13
Chapter 109
SilentDo Not Be Silent, O God of My Praise
Prayer for God's help against enemies and false accusers
Key Verses: Psalm 109:1, Psalm 109:21, Psalm 109:30
Chapter 110
Right HandThe Lord Says to My Lord
Prophetic psalm about the Messiah's priesthood and reign
Key Verses: Psalm 110:1, Psalm 110:4, Psalm 110:5
Chapter 111
PraiseGreat Are the Lord's Works
Praise for God's works and the fear of the Lord
Key Verses: Psalm 111:1, Psalm 111:10, Psalm 111:10
Chapter 112
BlessedBlessed Is the One Who Fears the Lord
Description of the blessed life of the righteous
Key Verses: Psalm 112:1, Psalm 112:4, Psalm 112:9
Chapter 113
PraiseWho Is Like the Lord Our God
Praise for God's greatness and care for the lowly
Key Verses: Psalm 113:1, Psalm 113:4, Psalm 113:7
Chapter 114
EgyptTremble, O Earth
Celebration of God's power in the exodus from Egypt
Key Verses: Psalm 114:1, Psalm 114:7, Psalm 114:8
Chapter 115
GloryNot to Us, O Lord
Praise to God and contrast with worthless idols
Key Verses: Psalm 115:1, Psalm 115:3, Psalm 115:9
Chapter 116
LoveI Love the Lord
Thanksgiving for God's deliverance from death
Key Verses: Psalm 116:1, Psalm 116:15, Psalm 116:16
Chapter 117
PraisePraise the Lord, All Nations
Shortest psalm calling all nations to praise God
Key Verses: Psalm 117:1, Psalm 117:2
Chapter 118
ThanksGive Thanks to the Lord
Thanksgiving for God's salvation and deliverance
Key Verses: Psalm 118:1, Psalm 118:22, Psalm 118:24
Chapter 119
God's WordYour Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
The longest psalm celebrating God's law and word
Key Verses: Psalm 119:9, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 119:105
Chapter 120
DistressDeliver Me, O Lord
Prayer for deliverance from lying and deceitful people
Key Verses: Psalm 120:1, Psalm 120:2, Psalm 120:7
Chapter 121
HelpMy Help Comes from the Lord
Trust in God's protection and care
Key Verses: Psalm 121:1, Psalm 121:2, Psalm 121:8
Chapter 122
GladLet Us Go to the House of the Lord
Joy in going to worship at Jerusalem
Key Verses: Psalm 122:1, Psalm 122:6, Psalm 122:9
Chapter 123
Lift EyesTo You I Lift Up My Eyes
Prayer for God's mercy in the face of contempt
Key Verses: Psalm 123:1, Psalm 123:2, Psalm 123:4
Chapter 124
Lord on SideIf It Had Not Been the Lord
Thanksgiving for God's deliverance from enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 124:1, Psalm 124:8, Psalm 124:8
Chapter 125
TrustThose Who Trust in the Lord
Security of those who trust in God
Key Verses: Psalm 125:1, Psalm 125:2, Psalm 125:5
Chapter 126
RestoredWhen the Lord Restored the Fortunes of Zion
Joy at God's restoration and prayer for more blessing
Key Verses: Psalm 126:1, Psalm 126:3, Psalm 126:5
Chapter 127
Builds HouseUnless the Lord Builds the House
The futility of human effort without God's blessing
Key Verses: Psalm 127:1, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 127:5
Chapter 128
BlessedBlessed Is Everyone Who Fears the Lord
Blessings for those who fear and walk in God's ways
Key Verses: Psalm 128:1, Psalm 128:4, Psalm 128:6
Chapter 129
AfflictedThey Have Afflicted Me from My Youth
Prayer for God's judgment on Israel's enemies
Key Verses: Psalm 129:1, Psalm 129:2, Psalm 129:8
Chapter 130
DepthsOut of the Depths
Prayer for forgiveness and hope in God's mercy
Key Verses: Psalm 130:1, Psalm 130:5, Psalm 130:7
Chapter 131
HeartI Have Calmed and Quieted My Soul
David's contentment and trust like a weaned child
Key Verses: Psalm 130:1, Psalm 130:2, Psalm 130:3
Chapter 132
RememberRemember, O Lord, for David
Prayer for God to remember His promises to David
Key Verses: Psalm 132:1, Psalm 132:11, Psalm 132:14
Chapter 133
GoodBehold, How Good and Pleasant
The blessing of unity among God's people
Key Verses: Psalm 133:1, Psalm 133:3, Psalm 133:3
Chapter 134
BlessCome, Bless the Lord
Call to worship for the servants of the Lord
Key Verses: Psalm 134:1, Psalm 134:2, Psalm 134:3
Chapter 135
PraisePraise the Name of the Lord
Praise for God's greatness and His choice of Israel
Key Verses: Psalm 135:1, Psalm 135:3, Psalm 135:21
Chapter 136
ThanksHis Steadfast Love Endures Forever
Thanksgiving for God's works with repeated refrain
Key Verses: Psalm 136:1, Psalm 136:1, Psalm 136:26
Chapter 137
BabylonHow Shall We Sing the Lord's Song
Lament of exiles in Babylon who cannot sing
Key Verses: Psalm 137:1, Psalm 137:4, Psalm 137:6
Chapter 138
ThanksI Give You Thanks, O Lord
Thanksgiving for God's faithfulness and answered prayer
Key Verses: Psalm 138:1, Psalm 138:2, Psalm 138:8
Chapter 139
SearchedO Lord, You Have Searched Me
God's omniscience and intimate knowledge of us
Key Verses: Psalm 139:1, Psalm 139:14, Psalm 139:23
Chapter 140
DeliverDeliver Me, O Lord, from Evil Men
Prayer for protection from violent and wicked people
Key Verses: Psalm 140:1, Psalm 140:4, Psalm 140:12
Chapter 141
CallO Lord, I Call Upon You
Prayer for protection and guidance in speech
Key Verses: Psalm 141:1, Psalm 141:3, Psalm 141:8
Chapter 142
Cry OutWith My Voice I Cry Out
Prayer for deliverance when no refuge is found
Key Verses: Psalm 142:1, Psalm 142:5, Psalm 142:7
Chapter 143
PrayerHear My Prayer, O Lord
Prayer for mercy and guidance in distress
Key Verses: Psalm 143:1, Psalm 143:8, Psalm 143:10
Chapter 144
BlessedBlessed Be the Lord, My Rock
Praise for God's deliverance and prayer for blessing
Key Verses: Psalm 144:1, Psalm 144:2, Psalm 144:15
Chapter 145
ExtolGreat Is the Lord
Praise for God's greatness and His care for all
Key Verses: Psalm 145:1, Psalm 145:8, Psalm 145:18
Chapter 146
PraisePut Not Your Trust in Princes
Praise for God's help and warning against trusting men
Key Verses: Psalm 146:1, Psalm 146:3, Psalm 146:9
Chapter 147
PraisePraise the Lord! For It Is Good
Praise for God's care for Jerusalem and His creation
Key Verses: Psalm 147:1, Psalm 147:2, Psalm 147:20
Chapter 148
PraisePraise the Lord from the Heavens
Call for all creation to praise the Lord
Key Verses: Psalm 148:1, Psalm 148:5, Psalm 148:13
Chapter 149
PraiseSing to the Lord a New Song
Call to praise God with dance and song
Key Verses: Psalm 149:1, Psalm 149:3, Psalm 149:9
Chapter 150
PraiseLet Everything Praise the Lord
Final doxology calling all to praise God with instruments
Key Verses: Psalm 150:1, Psalm 150:2, Psalm 150:6
About Psalms
Songs and prayers expressing worship, praise, and petition
Testament
Old Testament
Author
David and others