<p>How do we count Psalms 9 &amp; 10? Hebrew has two distinct psalms. But LXX &amp; Vulgate combine them into one (which throws off the numbering). The Hebrew is a “fragmentary acrostic,” utilizing nearly all the Hebrew alphabet (missing daleth, mem, nun, samek; also pe &amp; ’ayin are transposed &amp; sin is missing). However, while the two psalms deal with similar subject matter, the mood is quite different between them.

<p>The previous five psalms in row (3-7) which have been lamentation over dire circumstances. Psalm 8 offers praise to Yahweh, celebrating the majesty of God.</p> <p><strong>Thesis</strong>: Lord Yahweh at once humbles and dignifies us resulting in worship of Him.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong>The Majestic Glory of Yahweh (1-3)</strong></h2> <p><em>¹O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!

<p>This is the longest psalm thus far.

<p>7-11 used to be open 24/7.</p> <p>God is like 7-11: conveniently available 24/7, morning, noon, &amp; night.</p> <p><strong>Thesis</strong>: Worship God and leave the bad guys to Him.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center">Lessons about Prayer (1-3)</h2> <p><em>¹Give ear to my words, O Lord; consider my groaning.</em></p> <p><em>²Give attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to you do I pr