Psalms

Start with an overview

The mind map Notice These Notes is a useful starting point. It describes the Psalms as being about God and God's people, including their struggles and joys. It also presents the Psalms as poetry and prayer and points to the range of human emotions they express.

Next, look at Psalms Panorama for its emphasis on praise and its outline of how the Psalms are divided into books. The page lists more than one mind map with this title, so check each one for the details you want to study.

Explore themes and passages

The notes Psalm Themes introduce God as creator and king and consider how life relates to the creator. For another visual route, Psalms: The Songs & Prayers Offered to God includes ideas such as creation and covenant.

The slide sets offer another way into passages. Some pair verses with pictures, while others use pictures alone or leave blanks to fill in. These different formats let you look at a passage before checking how much of its wording you can recall.

Combine maps and quizzes

After reading a map, try the quiz that asks about the division of the book of Psalms and the influence of an Israelite king. Compare the questions with what you noticed in the overview maps. A passage-based quiz also uses blanks, giving you a different kind of practice focused on wording.

Use the page within the unit

Psalms is one section of the Old Testament unit in Religion and theology. The resources here give you a focused way to study this section, from broad themes to individual passages. Choose a resource that matches your starting point and explore the collection.