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Document Details : Title: Psalm 149,5: 'they shout with joy on their couches' Author(s): BOOIJ, Th. Journal: Biblica Volume: 89 Issue: 1 Date: 2008 Pages: 104-108 DOI: 10.2143/BIB.89.1.3188940 Abstract : Ps 149,5 can be understood from the literary motif of intensified spiritual activity and receptivity in resting time, particularly in the night. Formally, the statement of this verse is related to Cant 3,1. In vv. 5-9 the psalm describes the feelings and mental images of YHWH’s faithful with regard to a future judgement on the nations. The consciousness of Israel’s special position, expressed in the preceding hallelujah-psalms as well, is brought to a climax. |
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