The Messianic Psalms are a collection of Psalms in the Hebrew Bible that Christians believe prophesy the coming of Jesus Christ, the Messiah. These Psalms are seen as foretelling various aspects of the life, ministry, suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus. They hold a significant place in Christian theology as they are considered to be divinely inspired predictions of the Messiah's role and mission.

Psalm 2: The Anointed King

Psalm 2 is often regarded as a royal psalm that speaks of God's anointed king. Christians interpret this psalm as a prophecy of Jesus' kingship and divine sonship. The psalm begins with the nations conspiring against the Lord and His Anointed: "The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One" (Psalm 2:2). This is seen as a foreshadowing of the opposition Jesus faced from earthly authorities. The declaration, "You are My Son; today I have become Your Father" (Psalm 2:7), is understood as a reference to Jesus' divine nature and His unique relationship with God the Father.

Psalm 22: The Suffering Servant

Psalm 22 is a poignant depiction of suffering and is often associated with the crucifixion of Jesus. The opening line, "My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?" (Psalm 22:1), is famously quoted by Jesus on the cross (Matthew 27:46). The psalm describes the mockery and physical torment endured by the psalmist, which Christians see as a vivid portrayal of Jesus' own suffering: "They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing" (Psalm 22:18). This specific detail is mirrored in the Gospel accounts of the crucifixion (John 19:24).

Psalm 16: The Resurrection Hope

Psalm 16 is interpreted as a prophecy of Jesus' resurrection. The psalmist expresses confidence in God's protection and the hope of eternal life: "For You will not abandon my soul to Sheol, nor will You let Your Holy One see decay" (Psalm 16:10). This verse is cited by the Apostle Peter in Acts 2:27 as a prophecy fulfilled by Jesus' resurrection, affirming that Jesus did not undergo decay but was raised to life.

Psalm 110: The Priestly King

Psalm 110 is a declaration of the Messiah's eternal priesthood and kingship. The opening verse, "The LORD said to my Lord: 'Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet'" (Psalm 110:1), is frequently quoted in the New Testament to affirm Jesus' exalted position at the right hand of God (Hebrews 1:13). The psalm also speaks of a priestly order: "You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek" (Psalm 110:4), which is interpreted as a reference to Jesus' eternal priesthood, as elaborated in the Book of Hebrews (Hebrews 7:17).

Psalm 118: The Cornerstone

Psalm 118 is a psalm of thanksgiving and victory, with a key messianic reference: "The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone" (Psalm 118:22). This verse is applied to Jesus in the New Testament, symbolizing His rejection by the Jewish leaders and His subsequent exaltation as the foundation of the Church (Matthew 21:42, Acts 4:11).

These Messianic Psalms, among others, are integral to understanding the prophetic anticipation of Jesus Christ in the Old Testament. They provide a rich tapestry of imagery and prophecy that Christians believe find their ultimate fulfillment in the life and work of Jesus, the Messiah.Psalm 2:1-12
Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?
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Psalm 16:7-11
I will bless the LORD, who has given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons.
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Psalm 67:1-7
God be merciful to us, and bless us; and cause his face to shine on us; Selah.
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Psalm 68:28-35
Your God has commanded your strength: strengthen, O God, that which you have worked for us.
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Psalm 69:1-36
Save me, O God; for the waters are come in to my soul.
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Psalm 72:1-19
Give the king your judgments, O God, and your righteousness to the king's son.
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Psalm 93:1-5
The LORD reigns, he is clothed with majesty; the LORD is clothed with strength, with which he has girded himself: the world also is established, that it cannot be moved.
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Psalm 96:1-13
O sing to the LORD a new song: sing to the LORD, all the earth.
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Psalm 97:1-12
The LORD reigns; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad thereof.
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Psalm 98:1-9
O sing to the LORD a new song; for he has done marvelous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, has gotten him the victory.
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Psalm 99:1-9
The LORD reigns; let the people tremble: he sits between the cherubim; let the earth be moved.
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Psalm 110:1-7
The LORD said to my Lord, Sit you at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool.
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Psalm 118:19-29
Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD:
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Jesus the Christ.
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Christ the Deliverer.
... of the Old Testament concerning the Messiah and then show that these were fulfilled
in Jesus of Nazareth ... the conclusion was necessitated that He was the Christ. ...
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Index of Subjects.
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and typical character, 583. Memphitic version, 407. Messiah. See Christ. ...
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Cix. Jewish Rulers Seek to Ensnare Jesus.
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Easter Tuesday
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History of the Interpretation.
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of the Messiah (S.105 ... The conviction that Christ is the subject of the prophecy ...
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The First Preaching in Asia Minor
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and the Jewish rulers against Christ. ... far if we assume that Jesus Himself had ...
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What we Can Say on the Historicity of the Miracles of Jesus
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Jesus' Knowledge of Truth
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