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Psalms — Capítulo 9

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…

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Texto — Reina-Valera 1960

1Te alabaré, oh Jehová, con todo mi corazón; Contaré todas tus maravillas.

2Me alegraré y me regocijaré en ti; Cantaré a tu nombre, oh Altísimo.

3Mis enemigos volvieron atrás; Cayeron y perecieron delante de ti.

4Porque has mantenido mi derecho y mi causa; Te has sentado en el trono juzgando con justicia.

5Reprendiste a las naciones, destruiste al malo, Borraste el nombre de ellos eternamente y para siempre.

6Los enemigos han perecido; han quedado desolados para siempre; Y las ciudades que derribaste, Su memoria pereció con ellas.

7Pero Jehová permanecerá para siempre; Ha dispuesto su trono para juicio.

8Él juzgará al mundo con justicia, Y a los pueblos con rectitud.

9Jehová será refugio del pobre, Refugio para el tiempo de angustia.

10En ti confiarán los que conocen tu nombre, Por cuanto tú, oh Jehová, no desamparaste a los que te buscaron.

11Cantad a Jehová, que habita en Sion; Publicad entre los pueblos sus obras.

12Porque el que demanda la sangre se acordó de ellos; No se olvidó del clamor de los afligidos.

13Ten misericordia de mí, Jehová; Mira mi aflicción que padezco a causa de los que me aborrecen, Tú que me levantas de las puertas de la muerte,

14Para que cuente yo todas tus alabanzas En las puertas de la hija de Sion, Y me goce en tu salvación.

15Se hundieron las naciones en el hoyo que hicieron; En la red que escondieron fue tomado su pie.

16Jehová se ha hecho conocer en el juicio que ejecutó; En la obra de sus manos fue enlazado el malo.

17Los malos serán trasladados al Seol, Todas las gentes que se olvidan de Dios.

18Porque no para siempre será olvidado el menesteroso, Ni la esperanza de los pobres perecerá perpetuamente.

19Levántate, oh Jehová; no se fortalezca el hombre; Sean juzgadas las naciones delante de ti.

20Pon, oh Jehová, temor en ellos; Conozcan las naciones que no son sino hombres.

TYNDALE OPEN STUDY NOTES

Versículo 1

I. Pss 9–10 This hymn celebrates the Lord’s kingship and victory over evil. It might also serve as a…

Pss 9–10 This hymn celebrates the Lord’s kingship and victory over evil. It might also serve as a response to the laments of Pss 3–7. Some believe that Pss 9 and 10 should be read together as one psalm in two parts because Ps 9 includes a title and Ps 10 does not, and although several letters are missing or inverted, the two psalms connect as an acrostic of the Hebrew alphabet (other such alphabetic acrostics are Pss 25, 34, 37, 111–112, 119, 145). The ancient Greek and Latin translations treat 9 and 10 as one. 9:title This psalm was originally sung to the tune “Death of the Son,” but that tune is no longer known. So also with the tunes mentioned in Pss 22, 45, 56–60, 69, 75, and 80. 9:1 The verb translated praise is translated “thank” in 7:17, suggesting a close connection between Pss 7 and 9 (see 7:17; 8:1-2). With all my heart expresses the psalmist’s deep devotion and commitment (86:12; 111:1; 119:10; 138:1). • I will tell: These stories educate the next generation (78:4; 145:4); when they are not remembered, a generation might easily depart from the Lord (78:11, 32). • The marvelous things include the Lord’s judgments on the enemies of his people (9:4) and his care for the oppressed (9:9). The wonders in creation, in redemption, and in revelation reveal his character and show his power (89:5; 111:4; 119:18, 27). His powerful manifestations evoke public praise (9:1; 26:7; 75:1).

Versículo 2

II. 9:2 filled with joy . . . sing praises: The psalmist often connects joy with praises, as one lead…

9:2 filled with joy . . . sing praises: The psalmist often connects joy with praises, as one leads to the other (5:11-12; 32:11; 67:4; 90:14; 92:4).

Versículo 3

III. 9:3-6 The psalmist celebrates God’s judgment of the wicked, which is a testimony to the Lord’s re…

9:3-6 The psalmist celebrates God’s judgment of the wicked, which is a testimony to the Lord’s reliable promise to establish his kingdom on earth (1:6; Ps 2). 9:3 retreated . . . staggered: The Lord overpowers even powerful enemies (see 27:2). Israel also experienced judgment when it resisted the Lord (107:12).

Versículo 4

IV. 9:4 The throne represents the Lord’s royal authority.

9:4 The throne represents the Lord’s royal authority.

Versículo 5

V. 9:5 God created the heavens and the earth with a word (Gen 1), and he can bring nations to an end…

9:5 God created the heavens and the earth with a word (Gen 1), and he can bring nations to an end with a word (see Ps 2:5). Evil and those who do evil will come to an absolute end (69:28; 109:13; Rev 21:4).

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VI. 9:7-10 The godly do not put their hope in corruptible human government but in God’s everlasting r…

9:7-10 The godly do not put their hope in corruptible human government but in God’s everlasting rule of justice and fairness (see Pss 96–100).

Versículo 9

VII. 9:9 The Lord provides shelter in dangerous circumstances and refuge from powerful and oppressive …

9:9 The Lord provides shelter in dangerous circumstances and refuge from powerful and oppressive people. The Psalter includes many similar images of the Lord, such as fortress (18:2; 31:2), rock (18:2; 42:9), strength (18:1), and strong tower (144:2). These images occur frequently in the royal prayers (see 9:9; 18:30). • Even oppressed, afflicted, and marginalized people (10:17; 74:21) can enjoy divine protection. • The times of trouble (10:1; 20:1) stand in contrast with appointed times when the Lord openly bestows his favor upon the afflicted (69:13; 102:13; see Ps 107:6).

Versículo 10

VIII. 9:10 Alienation from the Lord might be part of an individual’s experience (22:1; 42:9; 119:8), ye…

9:10 Alienation from the Lord might be part of an individual’s experience (22:1; 42:9; 119:8), yet the psalms affirm that the Lord will not abandon his people (16:10; 37:25, 28).

Versículo 11

IX. 9:11-12 Recognition that the Lord’s judgment falls on some of the wicked (9:3-6) and that God pro…

9:11-12 Recognition that the Lord’s judgment falls on some of the wicked (9:3-6) and that God promises to judge all evil (9:7-10) motivates praise. The psalmist calls on the godly community to join him. 9:11 The psalm writers often connect the idea that God reigns (or sits, or is enthroned) with a place, such as heaven (2:4; see 47:9), Jerusalem, “between the cherubim” (80:1; 99:1), “on high” (113:5), or “at my right hand” (110:1). Since the Lord rules the world, all people must know of his unforgettable deeds of salvation (see 9:1; 64:9; 66:16; 105:1).

Versículo 12

X. 9:12 The Lord avenges and saves his servants (18:46) by righteously judging his enemies on earth …

9:12 The Lord avenges and saves his servants (18:46) by righteously judging his enemies on earth (58:11). The godly do not seek revenge; they wait for the Lord to vindicate them (94:1-2; Deut 32:35; Rom 12:19).

Versículo 13

XI. 9:13-14 The psalmist returns from a vision of the glorious future to the reality of facing his en…

9:13-14 The psalmist returns from a vision of the glorious future to the reality of facing his enemies (9:3). • The jaws (literally gates) are a vivid image of the powerful grip of death (see 13:3-4). • Jerusalem’s gates provide an intentional contrast to the “gates” of death.

Versículo 18

XII. 9:18 Hope requires waiting for the Lord’s rescue or justice (25:3, 5, 21). The godly find hope, r…

9:18 Hope requires waiting for the Lord’s rescue or justice (25:3, 5, 21). The godly find hope, rest, and quietness as they await the Lord (see 1:6; 27:14).

Versículo 19

XIII. 9:19-20 The psalmist ends his lament with a prayer for the Lord’s intervention and divine vengean…

9:19-20 The psalmist ends his lament with a prayer for the Lord’s intervention and divine vengeance. • mere mortals . . . merely human: Humans who have received authority and glory sometimes become oppressive and assume glory for themselves (see 8:4; 10:18).

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