Category Archives: Psalms

Psalm 4

Posted on August 20, 2010 by stevepvc

To the director, with strings. A David psalm. Answer me in my call, O God of my glory! When I’m in a tight spot, you make space for me. Show me grace, and hear my prayer. Sons of man, how … Continue reading →

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Psalm 3

Posted on August 11, 2010 by stevepvc

Here’s my translation of Psalm 3. It’s a simple, beautiful psalm of rescue or salvation. I’m using rescue in my translation, partly because the word “salvation” has been dulled and avoids this connotation.  I think “rescue” feels more immediate as … Continue reading →

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Psalm 2

Posted on August 4, 2010 by stevepvc

Why are the nations stirred up, and why do the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth take their stand, and the rulers scheme together against the Lord and against his chosen one. Let us tear apart their … Continue reading →

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Psalm 1

Posted on July 27, 2010 by stevepvc

Blessed is the man who does not walk in the advice of the wicked, or stand in the road of sinners, or sit in the seat of cynics. Because, his joy is in the Torah of Yahweh, and he meditates … Continue reading →

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Psalm 136 Redux

Posted on April 27, 2010 by stevepvc

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever. To the God who remakes the world, for his steadfast love endures forever. To the God who reshapes the bitter heart, for his steadfast love … Continue reading →

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