Guiding Questions: Psalms 59

This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

  1. What refrain is repeated for the third time in Psalms 59:1?
  2. What does the Psalmist desire as expressed in Psalms 59:2-4?
  3. And, according to Psalms 59:4-5 is he deserving of that which “others” are doing to him?
  4. Would Psalms 59:6-7, calling for “punishment to nations”, appear to be the plea of an individual or of a ruler?
  5. What sentiment is expressed in Psalms 59:10-11 — confidence or fear?
  6. In Psalms 59:12-13 does the Psalmist call for the destruction of his foes or for some other punishment?
  7. And, in Psalms 59:14 what will this punishment make known to all?
  8. In Psalms 59:15-16 who are the “they”?
  9. In Psalms 59:17-18 what is the final refrain — confidence or continuing concern?

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Perek Yomi materials originally produced by the USCJ and Dr. Morton K. Siegel.
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