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Poetical Books

Poetical Books. Job Psalms Proverbs Ecclesiastes Song of Songs (Song of Solomon). Thru the Bible in 24 Weeks. Psalms. Introduction. The Bible contains stories of the greatest EVILS . . . . . betrayals, revenge, deception, and The ultimate Prince of Deception: Satan

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Poetical Books

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  1. Poetical Books Job Psalms Proverbs Ecclesiastes Song of Songs (Song of Solomon)

  2. Thru the Bible in 24 Weeks Psalms

  3. Introduction The Bible contains stories of the greatest EVILS . . . . . betrayals, revenge, deception, and The ultimate Prince of Deception: Satan The Bible contains stories of the greatest GOOD . . . . . miracles, achievements, courage, and The greatest sacrifice for you and me The crucifixion & resurrection Of Jesus Christ our Lord!

  4. Psalms: Israel’s Hymnal of David’s Line • Hebrew “PRAISES” sung with a stringed instrument • Poetry with strong theology (of sounds not rhythm) – written over 1000 years, 30+ Psalms we have original manuscript • 150 Psalms: 73 David, 12 Asaph (temple singers – 50, 73-83), 1 Moses (90), 1 Ethan (89), 12 Sons of Korah (swallowed by land – 7 generations to Samson –42-49,84,85,87,88), 2 Solomon (72,127), 50 Anonymous (note: all scholars do not agree) Scholars divide into the following sections: • 1 – 41 about man or “The Genesis Package” • 42 – 72 about deliverance or “Exodus Book” • 73 – 89 about sanctuary or “Leviticus Book” • 90 – 106 about unrest/wandering or “Numbers” • 107 – 150 about Word of the Lord or “Deuteronomy” Coming of the Messiah 700 years before: 2,8,16,22-24,40,41,45,68,69,87,89,102,110,118

  5. Final Thoughts Think About the following: Jesus singing Psalms walking to Jerusalem Temple singers of Psalms at David’s coronation

  6. Thru the Bible in 24 Weeks Proverbs

  7. Proverbs: Important Truths 10th Century BC Author: Solomon & Others Solomon known to have written 3000 proverbs Proverbs common to all nations in ancient world Practical Instructions – Colorful Writing A fair woman without discretion is like a jewel of gold in a swine’s snout Don’t try to read whole book – meditate small parts 31 Proverbs – read one per day maybe?

  8. Wisdom of Ancient Israel Offers instruction and examples of godly living Shapes character, promotes keeping commandments Learning to FEAR THE LORD God is the source and giver of WISDOM Wise men of royal court compiled and taught them WISDOM CAN BE TAUGHT WISDOM CAN BE LEARNED

  9. Thru the Bible in 24 Weeks Ecclesiastes

  10. Ecclesiastes: Seasons of Life Author: Solomon 10th Century BC Ecclesiastes is Greek translation from Septuigent. Hebrew “qoheleth” implies author is a preacher/teacher Solomon’s autobiography – and his experiences – his quest for the good life then death then afterlife Futility of riches and life, Obeying rules, Death is certain, Beware . . . Kinda sad throughout book. Material things cannot satisfy the soul – HE TRIED! Fear God and keep his commandments – duty of man!

  11. Message Pursue a God-centered life. Frustration and adversity are unavoidable. Pleasure of life are not lasting satisfaction. Life offers good times and bad, no pattern. Adversity may not be enjoyable – helps make us people of faith that we ought to be. ALL COMES FROM THE HAND OF GOD!

  12. Thru the Bible in 24 Weeks Song of Songs

  13. Song of Songs – Song of Solomon Author: Solomon 10th Century BC Describes loveliness of womanhood and beauty of nature – sexual content in the writing of the book. Love Letters. Jewish rabbis wouldn’t let anyone study til age 30+ STORY OF CINDERELLA – except evil stepbrothers!!!!!!! Interpreted: • Solomon’s love for a Shulammite Girl, his Bride • God’s love for His covenant people, Israel • Christ’s love for His church, His heavenly bride

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