This commentary delves into the fascinating world of the Old Testament to teach about its protagonists: their struggles, temptations, and their faith in God. Grouping the psalms into categories, the author analyses their historical background and their application to the life of Christians today. Dr. Blank makes it clear that the Psalms, apart from being an expression of the Israelites' faith, also point clearly to Jesus Christ as the Good Shepherd of God's people. In his analysis, the author examines two modern currents of thought in the interpretation of the Psalms. The first investigates...