Psalm 112

Psalm 112 Lectionary Revised Common Lectionary RCL Textweek

Psalm 112
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Reading the Text:
- NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV, Common Worship Psalter, ASB Psalter, and BCP Psalter) at Oremus Bible Browser.
- Hebrew Interlinear Bible, WLCv, WLC5, CHES, AV.
- The Bible Gateway: NRSV, RSV, NIV, NASB, CEV, The Message, KJV, etc.
- The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Hebrew text with concordance, commentaries.
- The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.
Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:
- III.6, Paedagogus, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
- II.19, VI.1, VI.10, Stromata, Clement of Alexandria (c 200)
- V.11, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 212)
- Rashi's Commentary, c. 1075. chabad.org.
- From Augustine's Exposition on the Psalms.
- From the Geneva Notes.
- From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
- From Wesley's Notes.
- From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
Contemporary Commentary, Studies, and Exegesis:
- Commentary, Psalm 112:1-9 (10), Jason Byassee, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2017.
  - "Have you ever known people who do both good and well?"
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2017.
- Commentary, Psalm 112:1-9 (10) | Sam Powell | A Plain Account 2017
  - "Psalm 112 being a wisdom psalm, it is good to remember as well that Jesus Christ is the embodiment of God's wisdom: In Christ are hidden the treasures of wisdom and knowledge (Colossians 2:2-3) and he is himself the power and wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:24)."
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2017. 2014.
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 112:1-9, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2017.
- Commentary, Psalm 112, Paul K. -K. Cho, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2016.
  - "Psalm 112 is an alphabetic acrostic that presents us, the readers, with a totalizing view of its subject matter: the happy life."
- Commentary, Psalm 112, Shauna Hannan, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
  - "There are two obvious connections a preacher might make between Psalm 112 and Matthew 5."
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 112:1-9, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2017.
- Commentary, Psalm 112, James Limburg, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2013.
  - "...another suggestion is to focus on the Psalm for this Sunday, Psalm 112, which must be taken together with Psalm 111. Together they provide a summarizing foundation for a consideration of what we as biblical Christians believe and how those beliefs ought to express themselves in our lives."
- Commentary, Psalm 112:1-9 (10), Nancy deClaissÃ©-Walford, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
  - "Psalms 111 and 112 are a summary statement of what faith is all about: who God is and what humans must do in response to God. In a rich intertwining of language and metaphor, the "content" person of Psalm 112 partners with the God of Psalm 111, working together to achieve righteousness-- right living, correct order, and truth-- in this world."
- The Old Testament Readings: Psalm 112. Weekly Comments on the Revised Common Lectionary, Theological Hall of the Uniting Church, Melbourne, Australia.
  - "There are, however, aspects of Psalm 112 about which we should exercise caution. Several verses speak of the well-being of the righteous as though material blessings will flow to the one who reflects the character of God..."
- Commentary, Psalm 112, Paul O Myhre, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2010.
  - "Psalm 112 is constructed as an acrostic poetic text."
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 112, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- Prayer in Downtown, Psalm 112, Joel Smeby, Lutheran Community of Grace, Hopkins, MN, 2011.
  - "...giddy and delighted to obey the Lord's commands..."
Recommended articles from ATLAS, an online collection of religion and theology journals, are linked below. ATLAS Access options are available for academic institutions, alumni of selected theological schools, and clergy/church offices. Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
- Sherwood, Stephen K., C.M.F., "Psalm 112 - A Royal Psalm?" The Catholic Biblical Quarterly, 1989.
  EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
  EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
- Thomas, Marlin E., "Psalms 1 and 112 as a Paradigm for the Comparison of Wisdom Motifs in the Psalms," Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, 1986.
  EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
  EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
Reviews:
Sermons:
With Children:
- "His Children Will Be Mighty in the Land," Sunday School Lessons: Family Bible Study, art projects, music, stories, etc.
Drama:
Liturgy:
- http://www.thetimelesspsalms.net/w_resources/epiphany5[5]a_2014.htm
- The Timeless Psalms: Psalm 112, Joan Stott, prayers and meditations based on lectionary Psalms, 2011.
- Responsive Liturgical Paraphrase at The Billabong by Rev Jeff Shrowder, Uniting Church in Australia:
  - Epiphany A5
Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
Hymns and Music:
- Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
- The Seedbed Psalter, with selected tunes for singing.
- Hymns with Scripture Allusions: Psalm 112. The Cyber Hymnal.
- "Blessed Are Those Who Love You," lyrics, midi, sheet music, mp3. Stephen J. Pearson, The Psalmistry. See Terms of Use.
- Psalm 112 set to Azmon or Arlington (CM) by Dale A. Schoening, Metrical Psalms.
Fine Arts Images Linked at The Text This Week's Art Index:
Movies scenes with the following themes, listed at The Text This Week's Movie Concordance:
Study Links and Resources for the Book of Psalms