📖 Psalms — Chapter 110 (KJV)
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Scripture source: Project Gutenberg KJV, ebook 10.
Psalms 110:1 RThe LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
Psalms 110:2 The LORD shall send Rthe rod of thy strength out of Zion: rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.
Psalms 110:3 Thy people shall be willing in the Rday of thy power, in the beauties of holiness Tfrom the womb of the morning: thou hast the dew of thy youth.
Psalms 110:4 The RLORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchizedek.
Psalms 110:5 The Lord Rat thy right hand shall strike through kings in the day of his wrath.
Psalms 110:6 He shall Rjudge among the heathen, he shall fill the places with the dead bodies; he shall wound the heads over Tmany countries.
Psalms 110:7 RHe shall drink of the brook in the way: therefore shall he lift up the head.
📚 Study This Chapter
📖 What We’re Reading
Psalms 110:1–3 — The enthroned Lord
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The royal figure is invited to God’s right hand and given rule from Zion. Willing people appear in the day of his power.
Key Truth: God establishes the promised ruler.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my ____ , until I make thine enemies thy footstool.” (Psalms 110:1)
Find it in Psalms 110:1 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “… LORD shall send the rod of thy strength out of ____ : rule thou in the midst of thine enemies.” (Psalms 110:2)
Find it in Psalms 110:2 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “Thy people shall be ____ in the day of thy power, in the beauties of …” (Psalms 110:3)
Find it in Psalms 110:3 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Psalms 110:4 — A lasting priesthood
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
God’s oath appoints an enduring priest after Melchizedek’s order. Hebrews applies this priestly promise to Jesus Christ.
Key Truth: God’s oath grounds this priesthood.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The LORD hath ____ , and will not repent, Thou art a priest for …” (Psalms 110:4)
Find it in Psalms 110:4 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “… LORD hath sworn, and will not repent, Thou art a ____ for ever after the order of Melchizedek.” (Psalms 110:4)
Find it in Psalms 110:4 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “… Thou art a priest for ever after the order of ____ .” (Psalms 110:4)
Find it in Psalms 110:4 (KJV).
📖 What We’re Reading
Psalms 110:5–7 — Judgment and victorious rule
🌱 What These Verses Teach Us
The final images portray judgment on opposing rulers and nations. Readers should distinguish this divine victory from private permission to harm opponents.
Key Truth: God’s rule holds earthly powers accountable.
Check What You Remember
1. Complete the KJV wording: “The Lord at thy right hand shall strike through ____ in the day of his wrath.” (Psalms 110:5)
Find it in Psalms 110:5 (KJV).
2. Complete the KJV wording: “He shall ____ among the heathen, he shall fill the places with the …” (Psalms 110:6)
Find it in Psalms 110:6 (KJV).
3. Complete the KJV wording: “He shall drink of the ____ in the way: therefore shall he lift up the head.” (Psalms 110:7)
Find it in Psalms 110:7 (KJV).
Related Scripture (KJV)
Hebrews 7:17 — Hebrews identifies Jesus with this priestly promise.
This related passage is selected for its connection with this chapter. It is separate from the chapter text.
Reflect and Apply
How does Jesus’ enduring priesthood strengthen your trust?
Advanced Questions and Answers
Study this chapter’s wording, patterns, contrasts, and meaning in greater depth.
1. How does the right-hand invitation anticipate victory?
2. How does rule from Zion coexist with opposition?
3. How does the people’s response differ from forced refusal?
4. What joins permanence and certainty in the priestly appointment?
5. How does the closing movement connect refreshment and uplift?
Notes
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