Jesus and the apostles loved the book of Psalms—they quoted from it and lived out of it. These ancient prayers and praises of Israel provide a bridge between the Old Testament and the New Testament; the themes introduced in the psalms find further development in the New Testament. Where David’s dynasty failed, Jesus gives hope. Yet, certain expectations that emerge in the book of Psalms still r…
1No a nosotros, oh Jehová, no a nosotros, Sino a tu nombre da gloria, Por tu misericordia, por tu verdad.
2¿Por qué han de decir las gentes: Dónde está ahora su Dios?
3Nuestro Dios está en los cielos; Todo lo que quiso ha hecho.
4Los ídolos de ellos son plata y oro, Obra de manos de hombres.
5Tienen boca, mas no hablan; Tienen ojos, mas no ven;
6Orejas tienen, mas no oyen; Tienen narices, mas no huelen;
7Manos tienen, mas no palpan; Tienen pies, mas no andan; No hablan con su garganta.
8Semejantes a ellos son los que los hacen, Y cualquiera que confía en ellos.
9Oh Israel, confía en Jehová; Él es tu ayuda y tu escudo.
10Casa de Aarón, confiad en Jehová; Él es vuestra ayuda y vuestro escudo.
11Los que teméis a Jehová, confiad en Jehová; Él es vuestra ayuda y vuestro escudo.
12Jehová se acordó de nosotros; nos bendecirá; Bendecirá a la casa de Israel; Bendecirá a la casa de Aarón.
13Bendecirá a los que temen a Jehová, A pequeños y a grandes.
14Aumentará Jehová bendición sobre vosotros; Sobre vosotros y sobre vuestros hijos.
15Benditos vosotros de Jehová, Que hizo los cielos y la tierra.
16Los cielos son los cielos de Jehová; Y ha dado la tierra a los hijos de los hombres.
17No alabarán los muertos a JAH, Ni cuantos descienden al silencio;
18Pero nosotros bendeciremos a JAH Desde ahora y para siempre. Aleluya.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
I
Versículo 1
I. Ps 115 In this hymn of thanksgiving for God’s blessings, the community ascribes all glory to the …
Ps 115 In this hymn of thanksgiving for God’s blessings, the community ascribes all glory to the name of the Lord, who is the true source of hope and blessing. Meanwhile, those who trust in idols are greatly disappointed. The blessing of the Creator of heaven and earth extends to future generations (115:14), and especially to the priesthood (115:12).
115:1-3 The community confesses their faith that God will rescue them for the glory of his name.
II
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II. 115:2-3 Where is their God? People deny God’s presence or power when he does not act as they thin…
115:2-3 Where is their God? People deny God’s presence or power when he does not act as they think he should (cp. 14:1; 42:3, 10). However, God is in the heavens—he has all power, authority, and knowledge. He does as he wishes, not what people think he should do. He works out his plans in accord with his will (Eph 1:11) and acts in his own time and in ways he chooses.
III
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III. 115:4-11 This entire section is repeated in 135:15-20. • Unlike the Lord (95:3-5), idols cannot d…
115:4-11 This entire section is repeated in 135:15-20. • Unlike the Lord (95:3-5), idols cannot do anything; they are good for nothing.
IV
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IV. 115:8 Worshiping idols leads one astray and corrupts those who trust in them (Isa 44:20).
115:8 Worshiping idols leads one astray and corrupts those who trust in them (Isa 44:20).
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V. 115:9-11 Israel . . . priests . . . you who fear the Lord: The psalmist calls on all those in the…
115:9-11 Israel . . . priests . . . you who fear the Lord: The psalmist calls on all those in the God-fearing community to commit their ways to the living God. The threefold address assures them that the Lord is their true helper and shield (cp. 118:2-4).
VI
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VI. 115:12-13 The groups named in 115:9-11 receive assurance of the Lord’s blessing, regardless of th…
115:12-13 The groups named in 115:9-11 receive assurance of the Lord’s blessing, regardless of their social status (see 113:8).
VII
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VII. 115:14-15 The psalmist blesses (107:37-38, 41) all who trust in and fear the Lord. The Creator wi…
115:14-15 The psalmist blesses (107:37-38, 41) all who trust in and fear the Lord. The Creator will care for the families of those who fear him. • who made heaven and earth: This statement speaks of the Lord’s all-encompassing power in creation.
VIII
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VIII. 115:16-18 The heavens belong to the Lord:’s: God’s exaltation begins in heaven (113:4), far above…
115:16-18 The heavens belong to the Lord:’s: God’s exaltation begins in heaven (113:4), far above the gods of the nations. Of course, the earth also belongs to him (47:9; 95:4). • The dead cannot participate in God’s blessings. The living praise God in thanksgiving for his blessings (79:13).
Antiguo Testamento
Psalms — Capítulo 115
Jesus and the apostles loved the book of Psalms—they quoted from it and lived out of it. These ancient prayers and praises of Israel provide a bridge between the Old Testament and the New Testament; the themes introduced in the psalms find further development in the New Testament. Where David’s dynasty failed, Jesus gives hope. Yet, certain expectations that emerge in the book of Psalms still r…
Texto — Reina-Valera 1960
1No a nosotros, oh Jehová, no a nosotros, Sino a tu nombre da gloria, Por tu misericordia, por tu verdad.
2¿Por qué han de decir las gentes: Dónde está ahora su Dios?
3Nuestro Dios está en los cielos; Todo lo que quiso ha hecho.
4Los ídolos de ellos son plata y oro, Obra de manos de hombres.
5Tienen boca, mas no hablan; Tienen ojos, mas no ven;
6Orejas tienen, mas no oyen; Tienen narices, mas no huelen;
7Manos tienen, mas no palpan; Tienen pies, mas no andan; No hablan con su garganta.
8Semejantes a ellos son los que los hacen, Y cualquiera que confía en ellos.
9Oh Israel, confía en Jehová; Él es tu ayuda y tu escudo.
10Casa de Aarón, confiad en Jehová; Él es vuestra ayuda y vuestro escudo.
11Los que teméis a Jehová, confiad en Jehová; Él es vuestra ayuda y vuestro escudo.
12Jehová se acordó de nosotros; nos bendecirá; Bendecirá a la casa de Israel; Bendecirá a la casa de Aarón.
13Bendecirá a los que temen a Jehová, A pequeños y a grandes.
14Aumentará Jehová bendición sobre vosotros; Sobre vosotros y sobre vuestros hijos.
15Benditos vosotros de Jehová, Que hizo los cielos y la tierra.
16Los cielos son los cielos de Jehová; Y ha dado la tierra a los hijos de los hombres.
17No alabarán los muertos a JAH, Ni cuantos descienden al silencio;
18Pero nosotros bendeciremos a JAH Desde ahora y para siempre. Aleluya.
TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES
Versículo 1
I. Ps 115 In this hymn of thanksgiving for God’s blessings, the community ascribes all glory to the …
Versículo 2
II. 115:2-3 Where is their God? People deny God’s presence or power when he does not act as they thin…
Versículo 4
III. 115:4-11 This entire section is repeated in 135:15-20. • Unlike the Lord (95:3-5), idols cannot d…
Versículo 8
IV. 115:8 Worshiping idols leads one astray and corrupts those who trust in them (Isa 44:20).
Versículo 9
V. 115:9-11 Israel . . . priests . . . you who fear the Lord: The psalmist calls on all those in the…
Versículo 12
VI. 115:12-13 The groups named in 115:9-11 receive assurance of the Lord’s blessing, regardless of th…
Versículo 14
VII. 115:14-15 The psalmist blesses (107:37-38, 41) all who trust in and fear the Lord. The Creator wi…
Versículo 16
VIII. 115:16-18 The heavens belong to the Lord:’s: God’s exaltation begins in heaven (113:4), far above…