
Chapter 35
This psalm is an awe-inspiring and wondrous prayer about David's enemies-that they be as chaff before the wind,
chased by the angel of Elohim. It also declares that everything comes about through Elohim's help.
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Chapter 36 This psalm is a message to those who follow their evil inclination, that tells them,
"Do not place the fear of Elohim before you," and brings them to sin by beautifying evil deeds in their eyes. For
so is his way: "He descends (to earth) and corrupts, then goes up (to the Heavenly Court) and prosecutes."
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Chapter 37 King David exhorts his generation not to be jealous of the prosperity of the wicked,
for it may lead to falling into their ways. Rather, put your trust in Elohim, conduct yourselves with integrity,
and Elohim will take care of everything.
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Chapter 38
A prayer for every individual, bewailing the length of the exile. One who is in distress should recite this psalm,
hence its introduction, "A psalm... to remind" (to remind us to recite it in times of distress). One can also
derive many lessons from it.
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