PSALMS 82

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1 God stands in the midst of his great assembly to judge among the gods. 2 How long will you make unfair judgments and show favoritism to the wicked? Selah. 3 Defend the poor and orphans; support the rights of those who are oppressed and suffering. 4 Rescue the poor and those unable to help themselves; save them from the clutches of evil people. 5 They don’t have any wisdom; they live in the dark; the foundations of the earth are shaken. 6 I say, “You are gods; all of you are children of the Most High. 7 But you will die like any human being, you will fall like any other leader." 8 Stand up, Lord, and judge the earth, for all the nations belong to you.

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Theme: God's Judgment on Corrupt Rulers

Psalms 82 is a psalm of Asaph, which portrays God standing in the divine council, judging the gods or rulers of the earth for their corruption and injustice. The central message of the chapter is a call to justice and righteousness, emphasizing God's sovereignty over all rulers and His concern for the welfare of the vulnerable.

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Psalms 82:2 "How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked?"

This verse is central to the chapter because it highlights the corruption and injustice of the rulers, and calls them to account for their actions. The verse emphasizes the importance of justice and righteousness, and serves as a reminder to all rulers of their responsibility to defend the weak and fatherless.

Key Words in Psalms 82

"divine council"

The divine council refers to the gathering of gods or rulers in heaven, where God stands in judgment over them. This phrase is significant because it highlights God's sovereignty over all rulers and His concern for justice and righteousness.

"corruption"

Corruption refers to the wickedness and injustice of the rulers, which is condemned by God. This phrase is significant because it emphasizes the importance of righteousness and justice in leadership.

"justice"

Justice refers to the call for the rulers to defend the weak and fatherless, and to judge the earth with righteousness. This phrase is significant because it highlights God's concern for the vulnerable and His desire for justice and righteousness to prevail.

"sovereignty"

Sovereignty refers to God's ultimate authority and power over all rulers and the earth. This phrase is significant because it emphasizes God's control over all things and His ability to judge and redeem the world.

Christ in This Chapter

This chapter connects to Christ in that it portrays God's sovereignty over all rulers, which is a theme that is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate ruler and judge of the earth. As seen in Psalms 82:8, the psalmist calls for God to rise up and judge the earth, which is a call that is fulfilled in Christ's second coming. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of justice and righteousness, which are key themes in the gospel of Jesus Christ, as expressed in Psalms 82:2-4. (John 1:1 · Hebrews 1:8)

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