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Guiding Questions: Psalms 36

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

How is the introduction to this Psalm somewhat different in the adjectivation of David?
In Psalms 36:2 the word Transgression is, indeed, capitalized in the JPS version. Is this a poetic refrain or might it have a theological thrust in “personifying” evil?
In Psalms 36:4-5 who is the “he” — the wicked or Transgression?
On the other hand, in comparison what is the nature of the Divine as set forth in Psalms 36:6-10?
In Psalms 36:8 is God described as being particularly interested in Israel or, rather, in all humanity?
And, in Psalms 36:11, who is to receive the special beneficence of Divinity?
How do Psalms 36:12-13 serve as “bookends” for Psalms 36:2-5?

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Post categories: Ketuvim (Writings), Psalms, Tanakh, Tanakh Yomi

Post tags: Perek Yomi (USCJ), Psalms 36

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