Review Flashcards on David and the Psalms

Flashcards reviewing key concepts about King David and the Psalms from the lecture notes.

David's Reign Length

David reigned for forty years.

Capital of Israel

David designated Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

Relocation of the Ark of the Covenant

David moved the Ark of the Covenant to Mount Zion.

David's Unfulfilled Wish

David wished to build a Temple for the Ark of the Covenant but did not complete it during his lifetime; his son Solomon did.

David's Military Success

David won numerous battles against his enemies and was beloved by the people of Israel.

David's Sin

David fell in love with a married woman and arranged for her husband to die in battle so he could marry her, for which he later repented.

David's Psalms

David wrote psalms that are sung in Divine Liturgies.

Main Author of Psalms

David is the primary author of the Psalms.

Nature of Psalms

Psalms are poems and songs centered on God.

Types of Psalms

Psalms are categorized into hymns of praise and thanksgiving, hymns of repentance and forgiveness, and Messianic hymns (referring to the coming Messiah Christ).

Book Containing the Psalms

The Book of Psalms in the Old Testament contains 150 psalms.

Origin of the Name Psalms

The name 'Psalms' comes from the instrument, the Psalter, with which they were accompanied.

Use of Psalms in Judaism

Psalms were hymns used in the Jewish Temple and Synagogue.

Importance of Psalms in Christianity

Psalms are beloved and important in the liturgical life of the Christian Church, creating a prayerful atmosphere in Divine Liturgies.

Role of Psalms

In Psalms, we praise, bless, and glorify God and acknowledge His blessings and help.

Characteristics of God in Psalms

Studying the Psalms reveals characteristics of God, such as love, truth, compassion, refuge, wisdom, light, healer of souls and bodies, source of life, magnificence, creator of all things.