Answers about Psalms

What did Jesus mean when he said “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?”

And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” that is, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Matt 27:46) During his trial and crucifixion, Jesus would have suffered terribly. It is understandable that under such circumstances someone would feel downcast to say the least. [...]

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What is the second longest verse in the book of psalms?

Psa 40:5 KJV Many, O LORD my God, are thy wonderful works which thou hast done, and thy thoughts which are to us-ward: they cannot be reckoned up in order unto thee: if I would declare and speak of them, they are more than can be numbered. If someone finds a verse in Psalms that [...]

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In the book of Psalms, which is the shortest verse and which is the longest verse?

This information is based on the Authorised Version (KJV). Other versions differ. By word count there are two shortest verses, both with 7 words each: LORD, remember David, and all his afflictions  Ps 132:1 His foundation is in the holy mountains. Ps 87 : 1 The longest verse has 45 words: For in the hand [...]

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What are the titles given to the five divisions in the book of Psalms?

The Psalms are divided into five sections: Book I Psalms 1-41 Book II Psalms 42-72 Book III Psalms 73-89 Book IV Psalms 90-106 Book V Psalms 107-150 The Psalms appear to have been organized in this way when they were compiled into their final form, probably after the exile. Each pair of books is separated [...]

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