Psalm 121/Overview/Introduction

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Author

Anonymous

Book

Book 5 of the Psalter (Chapters 107-150)

Purpose The Purpose was the psalmist's probable intent or reason for writing this psalm.

To encourage Israel to look to YHWH for protection.

Content The Content is a concise summary of the whole psalm's content.

I will look to YHWH alone for help (vv. 1-2). If you follow my example, then YHWH will guard you from all harm (vv. 3-8).

Message The Message is the main idea the psalmist probably wanted the audience to remember upon or after hearing the psalm.

YHWH is the one who guards Israel.