PSALM 22
AUTHOR: David
The Story Behind the Psalm
It is not clear as to whether this Psalm was written while running from Saul, when Saul was trying to kill him, or when he was running from Absalom because of his unwillingness to fight against Absalom's forces. Nevertheless, it was a time of tragic heartache for David. He was without a helper in verse 11. He was stripped in verse 17. He was pierced in verse 16. He was made a gazing-stock in verse 17. His garments were parted in verse 18.
This is what we call a Messianic Psalm. It has a twofold meaning. It describes David in his sorrow, but it is also a beautiful description of Jesus on Calvary. Notice the words of Calvary in verse 1. Notice the parting of the garments of Calvary in verse 18. Read it carefully. It will make you appreciate your Saviour and the sufferings of the cross.
The Way It Was Used by God's People
The Jews never knew exactly when to sing the 22nd Psalm. They rarely did. It was a holy of holies for them. They entered into it only occasionally and seldom sang it.
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