Psalms 112

Psalms 112:1-10

Psalms 112 Characteristics - Psalms 112 is a complete acrostic of 22 lines. Each line begins with successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalms 112:1-8 contain two lines each. Psalms 112:9-10 contain three lines each. Psalms 111 is the same in its acrostic structure. Theme - While Psalms 111 praises the Lord for His righteous works, this Psalm praises the Lord for the man who works righteousness. Psalms 112:9 He hath dispersed, he hath given to the poor; his righteousness endureth for ever; his horn shall be exalted with honour. Psalms 112:9 — Old Testament Quotes in the New Testament - The apostle Paul quotes from Psalms 112:9 in 2 Corinthians 9:9. 2 Corinthians 9:9, “(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.”