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41 With them were Heman and Jeduthun and the others who were chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the Lord, “whose love endures forever,”(A)

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Psalm 62[a]

Trust in God Alone

For the leader; ‘al Jeduthun.[b] A psalm of David.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 62 A song of trust displaying serenity from experiencing God’s power (the refrains of Ps 62:2–3 and Ps 62:6–7) and anger toward unjust enemies (Ps 62:4–5). From the experience of being rescued, the psalmist can teach others to trust in God (Ps 62:9–12).
  2. 62:1 ‘Al Jeduthun: apparently the Hebrew name for the melody.

Psalm 77[a]

Confidence in God During National Distress

For the leader; According to Jeduthun. A psalm of Asaph.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 77 A community lament in which the speaker (“I”) describes the anguish of Israel at God’s silence when its very existence is at stake (Ps 77:2–11). In response the speaker recites the story of how God brought the people into existence (Ps 77:12–20). The question is thus posed to God: Will you allow the people you created to be destroyed?