Psalms 111 - Introduction

A.M. 2962. B.C. 1042.

This Psalm, which Bishop Patrick supposes to be a kind of epitome of the 105th and 106th Psalms, is composed alphabetically, each sentence beginning with a different letter of the Hebrew alphabet in order. It and several of the following Psalms seem to have been written for the service of the church in their solemn feasts. The psalmist here praises God for his works, Psalms 111:1. Recommends the fear of God, Psalms 111:10.