Midwest Seminary of Bible Theology Homework 1, Chapter ...

GBOT – 540 The Psalms, Book 1 1st Revision, February 2010

Midwest Seminary of Bible Theology

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Homework 1, Chapter Introduction-V NAME: ________________________ 1. With what do the five books of Psalms correspond? A. The Book of Ezekiel. B. The Book of Daniel. C. The Torah. D. Lamentations. Name the authors that are believed to have compiled the books of the Psalms. 2. Book 1: ____________ 3. Book 2: ____________ 4. Book 3: ____________ 5. Book 4: ____________ 6. Book 5: ____________ Match the Following: 7. __ Genesis Book 8. __ Exodus Book 9. __ Leviticus Book 10. __ Numbers Book 11. __ Deuteronomy Book A. Psalms 90-106 B. Psalms 107-150 C. Psalms 42-72 D. Psalms 1-41 E. Psalms 73-89 12. The usual title of the work in Hebrew is. A. Torah B. Sepher Tehillim C. Shavuot D. Mizmor 13. Many of the Psalms have titles. True or False 14. The theological center of the Book of Psalms is: A. Psalm 100 B. Psalm 119 C. Psalm 73 D. Psalm 23

15. In two to four paragraphs summarize how the Psalter is used as a worship book. Cite at least three resources. STUDENT ANSWER 16. The entire Psalter lives between the boundaries of ____________ and ____________. A. Life, death B. Resurrection, power C. Obedience, praise D. Good, bad 17. The most frequent Hebrew term used in the Psalms is: A. Tephillah B. Maskil C. Sir D. Mizmor 18. The term SELAH refers to: A. Division in a psalm. B. Singing instructions. C. Instructions for the instruments. D. All of the Above 19. There are ____________ Messianic Psalms. A. Eighteen B. Sixteen C. Thirteen D. Seven 20. There are ____________ Royal Psalms. A. Seven B. Twenty C. Eighteen D. Twelve 21. The Royal Psalms can also be classified as Messianic Psalms. True or False 22. Many Psalms are addressed to: A. Man B. The Enemy C. God D. The Universe




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23. The Psalter is a manual providing directions for those leading worship. True or False 24. Many of the hymns in the Psalter suggest ____________ worship. A. Congregational B. Individual C. Only the choir D. Only the leadership 25. Some psalms were used as ____________ with actions accompanying the words of the psalm. A. Songs B. Liturgies C. Dances D. Dirges 26. The Community Laments were used in times of A. Rejoicing B. Feasts C. Summer Solstice D. Emergencies 27. The Individual Laments arose out of a variety of personal crises. True or False 28. The prayers and songs of praise found in the Psalter were always used in the sanctuary. True or False




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Homework 2, VI: Psalm 1-8 NAME: ________________________ 1. What three verbs are used to express the degrees of compromise in verse one of Psalm 1? a. Fly, run, jump. b. Follow, stand, sit. c. Walk, stand, sit. d. Both b and c. 2. Give one characteristics of a godly person according to Psalm 1? A. They are worthless chaff who will one day be condemned and destroyed. B. They will rest by rivers of water. C. They will not worship along with the godly. D. They will be planted for a jubilee of years. 3. The author of Psalm 1 compares the godly individual to a tree that has a rich water supply (planted by flowing streams), develops a strong root system, and is filled with leaves and fruit. 4. The simile in question 18 suggests that the godly have a _______________ source of life which in turn produces stability and uninterrupted prosperity. A. Flowing B. Moving C. Broad D. Continual 5. The psalmist ____________ and ____________ the godly and the wicked. A. Compares, contrasts B. Compares only C. Contrasts only D. None of the above.

6. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss your thoughts on why the psalmist makes a difference between the terms “ungodly” and “sinners.” Use the references provided in the text to help formulate your reply. STUDENT ANSWER 7. Psalm 2 directs the nations A. To the Son. B. Warns them of judgment to come. C. Promises them blessing they worship Him. D. All of the above. 8. In Psalm 2 who stands behind the anointed king? A. David B. Solomon C. The Lord D. Asaph 9. What does Psalm 2 warn against? A. Dancing. B. Musical instruments. C. Cooperation with the apostates and the anointed. D. Foolishness in rebelling against God. 10. What other Hebrew poet-prophet described God in similar terms as found in the Psalms? A. Samuel B. Isaiah C. Medad D. Eldad 11. What are the two linking passages for Psalms 1 and 2? A. The ending blessings. B. The curses. C. The avoidance of the nations. D. The gathering of the nations.




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12. Psalm 3: What negative circumstances was David experiencing with the “many” at this particular time? David is beset by many enemies; many say that God will not rescue him. 13. Psalm 2 clearly shows that the Kingdom may be established, but the climax is: A. A future reality. B. A present truth. C. An ancient myth. D. A fable. 14. What words in Psalm 3 does David use to describe how God is to him? A. Shield, honor, restorer B. Deliverer, tower, strength C. Path, savior, hero D. None of the above. 15. Psalm 3 is a psalm of: A. Lament B. Complaint C. Royal protective psalm D. All of the Above. 16. The style of language used in Psalm 3 is: A. Militaristic B. Loving C. Suggestive D. Allegorical 17. The primary cross-reference to Psalm 3 comes from: A. 1 Samuel B. 2 Samuel C. 1 Kings D. II Chronicles 18. Some of the language in Psalm 3 is especially suited to the Lord’s passion and resurrection. True or False

19. Psalm 3 was used regularly in worship during which time of day? A. Morning B. Noon C. Night D. Midnight 20. In Psalm 3 the phrase “Rise up, O Lord” is parallel to: A. Gen. 31:35 B. Num. 23:24 C. Josh. 8:7 D. Num. 10:35 21. In spite of his adversaries, David had a deep sense of security, joy and strength. The assurances from Psalm 4 indicate his source of spiritual life. What is the source? A. Lament to God B. Rejoicing in God C. Complaint to God D. Security of God List the seven things that describe what God gives according to Psalm 4: 22. Righteousness 23. Relieves distress 24. Sets apart the godly 25. Hears prayer 26. Is trustworthy 27. Gives gladness 28. Peace 29. Safety 30. Psalms 3 and 4 are devotionals for: A. 3: Morning only B. 4: Evening only C. 3 & 4: Morning and evening D. Both A and B.




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31. Psalm 4 offers the practical solutions for false accusations, oppression, and injustice as: A. Weeping B. Killing enemies C. Prayer D. Raging against the night. 32. Psalm 5 is a psalm which contrasts the walk and talk of believers and unbelievers. Find as many contrasts in this psalm as you can, then clearly list them. STUDENT ANSWER 33. Psalm 5 indicates that the psalmist’s worst enemies and ours as well are those who: A. Speak falsehood. B. The bloodthirsty. C. Have no faithfulness in their mouths. D. Are workers of iniquity. 34. Psalm 5 is a prayer for protection against: A. Deception. B. Evil doers. C. Warmongers. D. Holiness. 35. Psalm 6 uses the Hebrew word sheol. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss the difference between sheol and qeber. (See also definitions for Psalm 9). Ensure lexical references are included in your narrative. STUDENT ANSWER 36. The Early Church used Psalm 6 along with Psalms 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, and 145, traditionally sung on Ash Wednesday, in a collection called: A. The Glorious Psalms B. The Lamential Psalms C. The Praiser Psalms D. The Penitential Psalms

37. Psalm 7 shows that David understands that God A. Protects the innocent. B. Ignores human pleas. C. Thwarts the plans of the wicked. D. Both A and C. 38. Psalm 7 uses a mixture of images from the court of law and the battlefield to make the point. True or False 39. In Psalm 7 we see the first instance of El Elyon, the Most High. In 2 – 4 paragraphs explain this term used for God. Cite at least three separate resources used in your research. STUDENT ANSWER 40. We should not be misled by God’s A. Anger B. Patience C. Judgment D. Fury 41. In Psalm 8, what things are touched by the excellence and glory of God? List as many as you can find. STUDENT ANSWER 42. In the Hebrew of Psalm 8, The Lord has endowed humans with dignity and charged them to rule. In reading Hebrews 2 we find that the “him” mentioned is actually: A. The Trinity B. Adam C. Elohim D. Jesus Christ 43. At some point in early Christianity, the Church associated Psalm 8 with A. Christmas Day B. Ascension Day C. Epiphany D. Paschal celebrations




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Homework 3, VII: Psalm 9-17 NAME: _______________________ 1. In Psalm 9 we find that the Lord A. Helps the helpless B. Punishes the wicked C. Sings His own praises D. Both A and B 2. Psalm 9 states that the foolishness of the godless will cause His fury to A. Fill them with terror B. Blot their names from memory C. Be cast into Hell D. All of the above 3. Psalm 9 begins on a note of A. Hope B. Thanksgiving C. Lament D. Deprecation 4. 9:11 show that God sits in a place. This means A. God doesn’t move B. God reigns C. God is enthroned D. Both B and C 5. In 9:14 the term “Daughter Zion” appears frequently in the prophets, but only here in the psalms. It is an idiomatic title for Jerusalem. 6. Psalms 9 and 10 are sometimes thought to have originally been one psalm. However, in their subject they are markedly different. Psalm 9 deals with the heathen; Psalm 10 deals with the wicked Israelites. True or False

7. In Psalm 10 some see this as God being absent. In fact, A. The wicked are deceived B. The wicked are unaware of God C. The wicked are totally absorbed in vice D. All of the above 8. In Psalm 11 there is no protest or questioning, no urgent plea to God. True or False 9. Psalm 11 is a song or meditation of A. Lament B. Anger C. Confidence D. Vengeance 10. In Psalm 12 the godly seem to be disappearing and everyone lies. The psalmist recognizes A. God knows the plight of the godly B. God is watching over the godly C. God defends the godly D. All of the above 11. The Hebrew word yasha is sometimes translated as ‘help’ as in Psalm 12. In 1 – 2 pages show how this word in used in other contexts. Cite at least three separate resources including one lexical resource. STUDENT ANSWER 12. Psalm 12 contrasts vain speech of men and the sure speech of God. True or False 13. Psalm 13 shows David’s perplexity and four times he asks God A. How long? B. To defeat the enemy C. To be vindicated D. To be good 14. David, as shown in Psalm 13, progresses from ____________ to ____________ to ____________.




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15. Psalm 13 is a(n) A. Communal Lament B. Congregational Lament C. Individual Lament D. National Lament 16. In Psalm 14 we encounter the Hebrew word “nabal” which can mean ‘fool.’ In 2 – 4 paragraphs describe how else this word is used in various contexts. Cite at least three different resources in your answer including at least on lexical resource. STUDENT ANSWER 17. Psalm 14 contains three different elements. These elements are: A. Lament, Vindication, Praise B. Wisdom, Prophetic, Hymnic C. Hymnic, Lament, Diatribe D. Prophetic, Hymnic, Lament 18. Psalm 15 describes the behavior of A. The Wicked B. The Antichrist C. True Worshipers D. The Sinner 19. Psalm 15 begins with a ____________ in which the remaining verses give the ____________. 20. Psalm 15 is an entrance liturgy containing moral elements. True or False

From Psalm 15, list the 3 positive conditions of verse 2 and then the 3 negative conditions of verse 3: Positive Conditions (v 2) 21. _____________________________ 22. _____________________________ 23. _____________________________ Negative Conditions (v 3) 24. _____________________________ 25. _____________________________ 26. _____________________________ 27. Psalm 16 is prophetic of the relationship between A. David and God B. The Father and the Son C. God and mankind D. None of the above 28. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss why Psalm 16 could be classified as an “Easter Psalm.” Cite at least three different resources in your answer. STUDENT ANSWER 29. A marked feature of David’s character, as seen in Psalm 17, is an earnest faith in a future life. True or False 30. Psalm 17 can be analyzed as an alternating series of pleas or commands and statements. (Read the psalm to determine the veracity of this statement). True or False




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Homework 4, VIII: Psalm 18-26 NAME: ________________________ 1. In Psalm 18 David regards his deliverance as God’s reward for living righteously. True or False 2. In Psalm 18 David uses poetic and majestic metaphors depicting the coming of the Lord to rescue him. Into what two categories can we arrange these metaphors? A. Appearance and actions B. Clouds and thunder C. Angels and arrows D. Fire and earth 3. What four words in Psalm 18 do most modern English readers normally misinterpret when not using a modern translation or are unfamiliar with the original language? A. Rock, sorrows, snares, temple B. Prevented, forward, holden, steel. C. Upright, shield, gentleness, refuge D. Protector, vindicates, rock, snares 4. Psalm 19 shows that the Creator of the universe is the giver of the Law and is worthy of praise, worship, and obedience. True or False 5. There are two ways in which the glory of God is revealed in Psalm 19. What are they? A. Sky and sea B. Gold and honey C. Nature and Law D. Wisdom and precepts 6. Psalm 19 is unified in the creative and redemptive names of God. True or False

7. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss how Psalm 20 can be classified as a royal liturgy, presumably designed for use in the service of the sanctuary. Cite at least three resources in your answer. STUDENT ANSWER 8. Some phrases in Psalm 20 give indication that this psalm is also for war. True or False 9. Psalm 21 is also a prayer by the people for David. In Psalm 20 they interceded for their king in time of war. In 2 – 4 paragraphs show some indications from Psalm 21 that this is a psalm of victory. STUDENT ANSWER 10. Psalm 21: v. 9: “you make them like a furnace of fire.” The point is not that he makes them like a furnace, but like an object burned in a furnace (cf. NEB, “at your coming you shall plunge them into a fiery furnace”). True or False 11. Psalm 21 is about a relationship between God and the king that undergirds him in all aspects. True or False 12. Psalm 22 is not a prophetic Messianic psalm. True or False 13. What does Psalm 22 describe in a prophetic sense? A. The glory to come B. The Cross C. Gloom and doom D. Satan’s triumph




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14. What verses from Psalm 22 coincide with the passion of Jesus Christ in the New Testament? A. Mt. 17; Mk. 6; Jn. 9 B. Mt. 23; Mk. 12; Jn. 15 C. Mt. 27; Mk. 15; Jn. 19 D. Mt. 27; Mk. 6; Jn. 20 15. Psalm 23 uses the metaphors of a shepherd and sheep and a host and his guests to describe man's care for His people. True or False 16. The banquet described in Psalm 23 is a joyous occasion and a sign of God’s generosity. True or False 17. The banquet of Psalm 23 in the presence of the enemies of God is shown to be vindictive. True or False 18. Psalm 24 is the final psalm in the trilogy of the Good Shepherd dying for His sheep (22), caring for His sheep (23), and coming again for His sheep (24). True or False 19. Psalm 23 was used in the liturgy within the regular worship of Judaism. True or False 20. In Psalm 24:5 the Hebrew literally says, “the innocent of hands and the pure of heart.” The “hands” allude to one’s actions; the “heart” to one’s thought life and motives. True or False

21. Psalm 25 is actually written as an acrostic in Hebrew. This helps make it a didactic psalm. True or False 22. Psalm 25 echoes many of the wisdom teachings found in Proverbs. True or False 23. The key word of Psalm 25 is: A. Vindication B. Prayer C. Deliverance D. Safety 24. Psalm 26 calls for personal examination and vindication on the part of the psalmist. True or False 25. The psalmist in Psalm 26 calls upon the Lord to declare him innocent by which three criteria? A. He has trusted the Lord. B. He has lived according to God’s truth. C. He has refused fellowship with the godless. D. All the above. 26. In Psalm 26 the psalmist has the certainty of deliverance. True or False 27. Psalm 26 can also be applied to the ideal of the “imperfect” Christian. True or False




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Homework 5, IX: Psalm 27-35 NAME: ________________________ 1. The psalmist wrote in Psalm 27 concerning the Lord’s house, haven, and help. True or False 2. In 2 – 4 paragraphs define the “Days of Awe” and their purpose. Cite at least three resources. STUDENT ANSWER 3. What verse in Psalm 27 expresses David’s greatest desire? A. Verse 1 B. Verse 2 C. Verse 3 D. Verse 4 4. If we analyze Psalm 28 correctly we can assume that the psalm is part of a liturgy of supplication conducted in the temple. True or False 5. The structure of Psalm 28 is simple in because there is conflict and resolution. True or False 6. In Psalm 28 as a hymn of praise the psalmist calls upon the heavenly assembly to acknowledge the royal splendor of the Lord. True or False 7. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss how Psalm 29 can be compared to The Song of the Sea. Cite at least three resources in your answer. STUDENT ANSWER

8. Psalm 29:2b declares we are to worship the LORD in holy attire! This means we can: A. Come dressed as we are B. Come dressed for the next activity C. Come dressed for the occasion D. Come dressed to impress 9. Writing in Psalm 30 David praises God for victory over danger, disease, and death. True or False 10. Psalm 30 is a psalm of thanksgiving only. True or False 11. Psalm 30 is closely associated with the Jewish festival of Passover. True or False 12. Psalm 31 speaks of confidence during a time of deep distress. True or False 13. Psalm 31:1-3a are found again in Psalm 72:1-3. True or False 14. Psalm 31 is prophetic of the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. True or False 15. Psalm 32 testifies to blessings that come from confessing sin and receiving God’s forgiveness. True or False 16. The teaching in Psalm 33 on the forgiveness of sins is exactly as is taught in the New Testament: only God forgives sin. Cp. kacah and epikalupto. True or False




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17. The last word of the title shows Psalm 32 to be didactic: maskil. True or False 18. Psalm 33 is a praise hymn to the Lord for His attributes and His works. True or False 19. According to Psalm 33 it is the duty, honor, and glory of the righteous to praise the Lord simply because they are the only ones who can do so. True or False 20. Psalm 33 recounts some of the great themes of Abraham’s faith. True or False 21. The clearest examples of acrostic psalms are Psalms 25, 34, 111, 112, and 145. Psalms 9 and 10 together constitute a broken acrostic with some of the letters of the alphabet missing. Psalm 119 is a unique acrostic with eight lines built on each of the 24 letters of the Hebrew alphabet, for a total of 176 lines. True or False 22. Psalm 33 is the product of a wisdom teacher who finds in worship a convenient context for his teaching. True or False 23. Psalm 34 exhorts us to bless the Lord at all times, no matter what our circumstances. True or False 24. In Psalm 35 David calls upon God to rescue him from his enemies. True or False 25. There are three distinct sections in Psalm 36. True or False

26. One way to view Psalm 36 is Christ praying for us. True or False




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Homework 6, X: Psalm 36-41 NAME: _______________________ 1. In Psalm 36 David contrasts the sinfulness of the wicked with the goodness of the Lord. True or False 2. Ps. 36:1-4 uses wisdom style and imagery to depict life with God. True or False 3. Psalm 36 clearly shows that in reality the sinner inflicts punishment on himself. True or False 4. Psalm 37 is an alphabetic acrostic psalm, a factor that does not limit the inner development of thought. True or False 5. As a wisdom Psalm each stanza of Psalm 37 contains more or less a complete proverb. True or False 6. Psalm 37 provides guidance concerning how to live a moral and God-fearing life contrasting those who live irreligious and immoral lives. True or False 7. Psalm 38 is a prayer psalm without a lament. True or False 8. David’s real problem in Psalm 38 is a sense of alienation from God. True or False 9. Psalm 38 is the fourth of the penitential psalms. True or False

10. Psalm 39 deals with David’s failure to keep a vow and prays for God’s compassion. True or False 11. The heading of Psalm 39 contains the phrase “to Jeduthun.” The other two psalms with a similar heading are Psalms 62 and 77. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss whether this is a personal name or something else. Cite at least three resources, including a lexical resource, in your answer. STUDENT ANSWER 12. Psalm 39 not only shows what God has done but what God desires. True or False 13. Psalm 40 indicates that God doesn’t delight in sacrifices and offerings but rather wants obedience to His Law and a testimony to His goodness. True or False 14. In Psalm 40 David functions as a type of the old people in Christ. True or False 15. Psalm 41 indicates that special blessings are bestowed on those who honor the poor. True or False 16. Psalm 41 functions liturgically as a ritual for a sick person who comes for healing. True or False 17. Psalm 41 adequately functions as a doxology for Book 2 of the Psalter and concludes with a double “Amen.” True or False




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18. In 2 – 4 paragraphs discuss the significance of the double Amen. Use at least three resources in your response including one lexical resource. STUDENT ANSWER.




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MidTerm Exam, Intro-Homework 3 Name: _________________________ 1. With what do the five books of Psalms correspond? A. The Book of Ezekiel. B. The Book of Daniel. C. The Torah. D. Lamentations. Name the authors that are believed to have compiled the books of the Psalms. 2. Book 1: David 3. Book 2: Solomon 4. Book 3: Solomon 5. Book 4: David 6. Book 5: Ezra Match the Following: 7. __ Genesis Book 8. __ Exodus Book 9. __ Leviticus Book 10. __ Numbers Book 11. __ Deuteronomy Book A. Psalms 90-106 B. Psalms 107-150 C. Psalms 42-72 D. Psalms 1-41 E. Psalms 73-89 12. The usual title of the work in Hebrew is. A. Torah B. Sepher Tehillim C. Shavuot D. Mizmor 13. The most frequent Hebrew term used in the Psalms is: A. Tephillah B. Maskil C. Sir D. Mizmor 14. The term SELAH refers to: A. Division in a psalm. B. Singing instructions. C. Instructions for the instruments. D. All of the Above

15. Many Psalms are addressed to: A. Man B. The Enemy C. God D. The Universe 16. The Psalter is a manual providing directions for those leading worship. True or False 17. Many of the hymns in the Psalter suggest ____________ worship. A. Congregational B. Individual C. Only the choir D. Only the leadership 18. The author of Psalm 1 compares the godly individual to a tree that has a rich water supply (_______________________), develops a strong root system, and is filled with leaves and fruit. 19. Psalm 2 directs the nations A. To the Son. B. Warns them of judgment to come. C. Promises them blessing they worship Him. D. All of the above. 20. What does Psalm 2 warn against? A. Dancing. B. Musical instruments. C. Cooperation with the apostates and the anointed. D. Foolishness in rebelling against God. 21. Psalm 2 clearly shows that the Kingdom may be established, but the climax is: A. A future reality. B. A present truth. C. An ancient myth. D. A fable.




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22. What words in Psalm 3 does David use to describe how God is to him? A. Shield, honor, restorer B. Deliverer, tower, strength C. Path, savior, hero D. None of the above. 23. In spite of his adversaries, David had a deep sense of security, joy and strength. The assurances from Psalm 4 indicate his source of spiritual life. What is the source? A. Lament to God B. Rejoicing in God C. Complaint to God D. Security of God 24. Psalms 3 and 4 are devotionals for: A. 3: Morning only B. 4: Evening only C. 3 & 4: Morning and evening D. Both A and B. 25. Psalm 5 indicates that the psalmist’s worst enemies and ours as well are those who: A. Speak falsehood. B. The bloodthirsty. C. Have no faithfulness in their mouths. D. Are workers of iniquity. 26. Psalm 5 is a prayer for protection against: A. Deception B. Evil doers C. Warmongers D. Holiness 27. The Early Church used Psalm 6 along with Psalms 32, 38, 51, 102, 130, and 145, traditionally sung on Ash Wednesday, in a collection called: A. The Glorious Psalms B. The Lamential Psalms C. The Praiser Psalms D. The Penitential Psalms

28. Psalm 7 uses a mixture of images from the court of law and the church to make the point. True or False 29. In the Hebrew of Psalm 8, The Lord has endowed humans with dignity and charged them to rule. In reading Hebrews 2 we find that the “him” mentioned is actually: A. The Trinity B. Adam C. Elohim D. Jesus Christ 30. At some point in early Christianity, the Church associated Psalm 8 with A. Christmas Day B. Ascension Day C. Epiphany D. Paschal celebrations 31. Psalm 9 begins on a note of A. Hope B. Thanksgiving C. Lament D. Deprecation 32. In 9:14 the term “Daughter Zion” appears frequently in the prophets, but only here in the psalms. It is an idiomatic title for ________________. 33. In Psalm 10 some see this as God being absent. In fact, A. The wicked are deceived B. The wicked are unaware of God C. The wicked are totally absorbed in vice D. All of the above 34. In Psalm 11 there is no protest or questioning, no urgent plea to God. True or False




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35. In Psalm 12 the godly seem to be disappearing and everyone lies. The psalmist recognizes A. God knows the plight of the godly B. God is watching over the godly C. God defends the godly D. All of the above 36. Psalm 12 contrasts the sure speech of men and the vain speech of God. True or False 37. David, as shown in Psalm 13, progresses from __________ to _________ to __________. 38. Psalm 14 contains three different elements. These elements are: A. Lament, Vindication, Praise B. Wisdom, Prophetic, Hymnic C. Hymnic, Lament, Diatribe D. Prophetic, Hymnic, Lament 39. Psalm 15 begins with a ____________ in which the remaining verses give the ____________. 40. Psalm 16 is prophetic of the relationship between A. David and God B. The Father and the Son C. God and mankind D. None of the above 41. Psalm 17 can be analyzed as an alternating series of pleas or commands and statements. True or False




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Final Exam, Homework 4 – 6 Name: ________________________ 1. In Psalm 18 David uses poetic and majestic metaphors depicting the coming of the Lord to rescue him. Into what two categories can we arrange these metaphors? A. Appearance and actions B. Clouds and thunder C. Angels and arrows D. Fire and earth 2. What four words in Psalm 18 do most modern English readers normally misinterpret when not using a modern translation or are unfamiliar with the original language? A. Rock, sorrows, snares, temple B. Prevented, forward, holden, steel. C. Upright, shield, gentleness, refuge D. Protector, vindicates, rock, snares 3. Psalm 19 is lacking in the creative and redemptive names of God. True or False 4. Psalm 22 is a prophetic Messianic psalm. True or False 5. What does Psalm 22 describe in a prophetic sense? A. The glory to come B. The Cross C. Gloom and doom D. Satan’s triumph 6. Psalm 23 uses the metaphors of a shepherd and sheep and a host and his guests to describe the Lord’s care for His people. True or False

7. The banquet of Psalm 23 in the presence of the enemies of God is shown to be vindictive. True or False 8. Psalm 24 does not belong in the trilogy of the Good Shepherd dying for His sheep (22), caring for His sheep (23), and coming again for His sheep (24). True or False 9. In Psalm 24:4 the Hebrew literally says, “the innocent of hands and the pure of heart.” The “heart” allude to one’s actions; the “hands” to one’s thought life and motives. True or False 10. Psalm 25 echoes many of the wisdom teachings found in Proverbs. True or False 11. The psalmist in Psalm 26 calls upon the Lord to declare him innocent by which three criteria? A. He has trusted the Lord. B. He has lived according to God’s truth. C. He has refused fellowship with the godless. D. All the above. 12. If we analyze Psalm 28 correctly we cannot assume that the psalm is part of a liturgy of supplication conducted in the temple. True or False 13. The structure of Psalm 28 is simple in that there is conflict, then resolution. True or False




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14. In Psalm 29 as a hymn of praise the psalmist calls upon the heavenly assembly to acknowledge the royal splendor of the Lord. True or False 15. Psalm 29:2b declares we are to worship the LORD in holy attire! This means we can: A. Come dressed as we are B. Come dressed for the next activity C. Come dressed for the occasion D. Come dressed to impress 16. Writing in Psalm 30 David praises God for victory over danger, rejoicing, and death. True or False 17. Psalm 30 is closely associated with the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. True or False 18. Psalm 31 is prophetic of the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. True or False 19. Psalm 32 testifies to blessings that come from confessing sin and receiving God’s forgiveness. True or False 20. The last word of the title shows Psalm 32 to be didactic: mazzoroth. True or False 21. According to Psalm 33 it is the duty, honor, and glory of the righteous to praise the Lord simply because they are not the only ones who can do so. True or False 22. Psalm 33 recounts some of the great themes of Israel’s faith. True or False

23. Psalm 35 is the product of a wisdom teacher who finds in worship a convenient context for his teaching. True or False 24. One way to view Psalm 35 is Christ praying for us. True or False 25. In Psalm 36 David contrasts the sinfulness of the wicked with the goodness of the Lord. True or False 26. Ps. 36:3-7 uses wisdom style and imagery to depict life without God. True or False 27. As a wisdom Psalm each stanza of Psalm 37 contains less than a complete proverb. True or False 28. Psalm 37 provides guidance concerning how to live a moral and God-fearing life contrasting those who live irreligious and moral lives. True or False 29. Psalm 37 is a prayer psalm with the central portion as that of a lament. True or False 30. David’s real problem in Psalm 38 is a sense of hopelessness before God. True or False 31. Psalm 39 deals with David’s failure to keep a vow and prays for God’s compassion. True or False




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32. Psalm 40 indicates that God doesn’t delight in sacrifices and offerings but rather wants obedience to His Law and a testimony to His goodness. True or False 33. Psalm 40 functions liturgically as a ritual for a sick person who comes for healing. True or False 34. Psalm 41 adequately functions as a doxology for Book I of the Psalter and concludes with a triple “Amen.” True or False




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Midwest Seminary of Bible Theology 951 S. Kingshiway, P.O. Box 633, Sikeston, MO 63801 Phone: 618-378-3821

E-mail: [email protected]

To: All Students Subject: Course requirements From: Dean's Office Every course offered by Midwest Seminary of Bible Theology requires the following work: all homework, quizzes, and exams included with the Commentary must be completed and turned in at any level of education. Term papers and a reading log must be turned in before the final exam. Textbooks assigned to each course must be read. If audio tapes are included in a course, they must be listened to and notes taken and turned in. TERM PAPERS: One term paper for each course. This paper must be on the course subject. For example: if you are studying prayer, do not write on love. The following chart contains how many pages are expected at each level of schooling. Freshman to Associate: A minimum of 4 pages and a maximum of 6 pages Associate to Bachelor: A minimum of 6 pages and a maximum of 8 pages Bachelor to Master: A minimum of 8 pages and a maximum of 12 pages Master to Doctorate: A minimum of 12 pages and a maximum of 20 pages

Do not write less then the minimum or more than the maximum pages required! OUTSIDE READING: Reading must pertain to the course subject and must be from two or more sources. For example: if you are studying prayer, you may read on intercessory prayer or Christ's prayers. This reading includes books or other materials, other then your syllabus and the Bible or textbook included with the syllabus. (Hint: use the outside reading as reference material for your term paper). Freshman to Associate: A minimum of 2 sources 300 pages Associate to Bachelor: A minimum of 3 sources 450 pages Bachelor to Master: A minimum of 4 sources 600 pages Master to Doctorate: A minimum of 5 sources 750 pages A reading log, which is found in the back of the Homework, must be kept and turned in by the day of your final exam.




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Term Paper Requirements

Each term paper that is turned in must follow the following criteria.

1. A cover sheet with the following Information

a. Name of Course

b. Course Number

c. Student’s Name

d. Title of Term Paper

e. Instructor’s Name

2. Every Term Paper must have one (1) inch margins on all four (4) sides

3. The body of the Term Paper must be in Times New Roman or Arial font no larger than

a 12 point.

4. Every Term Paper must be in a folder when it is turned in to the instructor.

5. The Term Paper is not to be filled with written Scripture. You can refer to Chapter and

verse and/or use part of a verse to begin your topic. However, a term paper filled with

scriptures will not be accepted.

6. Every Term Paper must include a Works Cited Page in the back of the work.

7. No grade will be given without the required term paper being submitted Before the Final

Exam

Any question that you have about the term paper requirements should be discussed with your

instructor at the beginning of the course. You will have 13 weeks to do all required reading and

write a term paper for each course. It is important that you understand the requirements from

the beginning so that you will have ample time to complete your assignments.

MSBT desires to offer education with integrity. MSBT does not defer from these requirements

for any level of education. We cannot permit any student to do less than the required work.

There are no exceptions! Students who desire a college education must be willing to do college

level work. The 'higher level of degree, the higher level of work is required. Please be aware of

this fact before you enroll in a higher level education program.

Tutoring or mentoring costs are not part of MSBT fees and are not initiated by the MSBT staff.

Such help is up to an individual student. Correspondent students must be self-motivated and

self-starting. Any tutoring cost, in which a correspondent student incurs, is that which he/she will

initiate with a third-party, totally separate from MSBT. These are costs not related to MSBT.

"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." Romans 12:2




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Reading Log for MSBT outside Reading Requirements

Course Taken Book Title Author # of Pages Read




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P.O. Box 633 -- Sikeston, MO 63801

618-378-3821

PROCTOR SHEET

Dear Proctor,

All quizzes and exams are closed book. Please allow ample time for the student to take

his/her quiz or exam. Please initial each paper as it is completed; also initial the

appropriate space below. Some courses may have more quizzes than others. The

student will tell you how many there are in each course that you proctor.

A proctor’s responsibility is to monitor the student while they answer quizzes and

exams. It is not your responsibility to grade the student’s papers.

We want to thank you for you time and interest in the student.

Student’s Name ____________________________________

Title of Course _____________________________________

Quiz #1 ________ Quiz #2 __________ Quiz #3 __________

Quiz #4 ________ Quiz #5 __________ Quiz #6 __________

Quiz # 7 ________ Quiz #8 __________ Quiz #9 __________

Midterm Exam ______________ Final Exam ________________

Proctor’s Signature _______________________________________________

Your Servant in Christ,

________________________________ Student Records Representative

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