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Genesis Chapter 1 (Genesis 1) — In the Beginning God Created the Heavens and the Earth
Genesis 1:1–5 (NKJV / KJV): “[1] In the beginning God (Elohim H430) created (bara H1254) the heavens and the earth. [2] The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God (Ruach Elohim H7307) was hovering over the face of the waters. [3] Then God said, ‘Let there be light’ (Or H216); and there was light. [4] And God saw the light, that it was good; and God divided the light from the darkness. [5] God called the light Day, and the darkness He called Night. So the evening and the morning were the first day.”
Original Hebrew (Westminster Leningrad Codex): בְּרֵאשִׁית בָּרָא אֱלֹהִים אֵת הַשָּׁמַיִם וְאֵת הָאָרֶץ׃ •
Asante Twi (Twerɛ Kronkron): “Mfitiaseɛ no Onyankopɔn bɔɔ ɔsoro ne asase.” —
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The Book of Psalms (Sefer Tehillim) • Complete 150 Psalms Study Hub
Psalm Bible Hub: Book of Psalms 91, Psalm 23, Psalms Chapter 1, Psalm 35, Psalm 34, Pronunciation & List
Explore the most searched chapters in the Book of Psalms in parallel across NKJV, KJV, BSB, Original Hebrew, and Asante Twi, complete with Strong’s Concordance, Matthew Henry & Spurgeon commentaries, and 24kHz Audio Bible playback:
“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High (Elyon H5945) shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty (Shaddai H7706). I will say of the LORD, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust.’” (Psalm 91:1–2)
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“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake.” (Psalm 23:1–3)
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“Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and in His law he meditates day and night.” (Psalm 1:1–2)
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“Plead my cause, O LORD, with those who strive with me; fight against those who fight against me. Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for my help... Say to my soul, ‘I am your salvation.’” (Psalm 35:1–3)
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“I will bless the LORD at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth... I sought the LORD, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good!” (Psalm 34:1, 4, 8)
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🔊 Psalm Pronunciation & Hebrew/Greek Etymology
How to Pronounce “Psalm”: Pronounced /sɑːm/ (“SAHM”, rhyming with calm and balm; the initial P is completely silent). Plural: Psalms (/sɑːmz/ “SAHMZ”). Derived from Koine Greek psalmos (ψαλμός, Strong’s G5568 — a sacred song sung to the plucking of stringed instruments), translating Biblical Hebrew Mizmor (מִזְמוֹר, Strong’s H4210). The Hebrew title of the entire Psalter is Sefer Tehillim (תְּהִלִּים, “Book of Praises”), and in Asante Twi it is Nnwom.
📋 Psalms in the Bible List (All 5 Books of the 150 Psalms)
- Book I (Psalms 1–41): Davidic Psalms of Torah Wisdom, Shepherd Trust & Deliverance (Psalm 1, 8, 19, 22, 23, 24, 27, 34, 35, 37, 40).
- Book II (Psalms 42–72): Korah, Asaph & David — Refuge, Repentance & Royal Intercession (Psalm 42, 46, 51, 61, 63, 72).
- Book III (Psalms 73–89): Asaph & Korah Sanctuary Laments & Covenant Faithfulness (Psalm 73, 84, 86, 89).
- Book IV (Psalms 90–106): Prayer of Moses, Shadow of the Almighty & Thanksgiving (Psalm 90, 91, 95, 100, 103).
- Book V (Psalms 107–150): Word of God, Songs of Ascents & Hallelujah Doxology (Psalm 107, 119, 121, 136, 139, 150).
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How do you pronounce "Psalm" and what does the Book of Psalms mean in the Bible?
The word "Psalm" is pronounced /sɑːm/ ("SAHM", rhyming with calm and balm), where the initial letter "P" is completely silent and the "L" is silent in standard pronunciation. It comes from the Koine Greek word psalmos (ψαλμός, Strong's G5568), signifying a sacred song sung to the plucking of a stringed harp, translating the Hebrew word Mizmor (מִזְמוֹר, Strong's H4210). The Hebrew title of the Book of Psalms is Tehillim (תְּהִלִּים), meaning "Praises."
What are the most read chapters in the Book of Psalms (Psalm 91, Psalm 23, Psalm 1, Psalm 35, Psalm 34)?
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What are the top Bible verses on thanksgiving and gratitude?
Foundational Bible verses on thanksgiving include Psalm 100:4 ("Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise"), 1 Thessalonians 5:18 ("In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you"), Psalm 107:1 ("Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever"), Philippians 4:6–7 ("With thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God"), and Colossians 3:15–17.
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