Psalms, 72
7. In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.
7. In his days shall the righteous flourish; and abundance of peace so long as the moon endureth.
Psalm 72 is a poem that talks about a just and merciful king who rules wisely and prosperity. The verses selected below address topics related to government, justice and divine protection.
Psalm 2:10-11: "Now, O Kings, prudent thirst; let you instruct, judges of the earth. Serves the Lord with fear and rejoice with tremor." This verse talks about the importance of the rulers to act wisely and justice, fearing God and seeking their guidance.
Psalm 72:1-2: "O God, give the King your judgments and your righteousness to the Son of the King. He will judge your people with righteousness, and your poor with equity." This verse relates directly to the central theme of Psalm 72, which is the figure of the just and merciful king, who rules wisely and justice.
Psalm 72:12-13: "For he shall rid the needy who cries out, as the poor, and what has no one who helps him. He will have mercy on the poor and the needy, and save the souls of the needy." This verse talks about divine protection that is offered to the needy and oppressed, which are the most vulnerable in society.
Psalm 82:3-4: "Do justice to the poor and the orphan; proceed with the afflicted and the helpless. Deliver the poor and needy; take them out of the hands of the wicked." This verse relates to the theme of justice and protection to the weak, which is central to Psalm 72.
Psalm 89:14: "Justice and judgment are the basis of your throne, mercy and truth go to your face." This verse talks about the importance of justice and truth as fundamentals for a just and merciful government, which is the ideal described in Psalm 72.
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