Key Figures — Psalms 42

2 figures

1. Sons of Korah

   Authors and singers of the Psalm.

   The Sons of Korah are credited with writing this Psalm, expressing a deep longing for God amidst distress and separation from the temple.

   Related passages

   • 1 Chronicles 6:31-38 (Genealogy and role of the Sons of Korah in temple worship)
   • 2 Chronicles 20:19 (The role of the Korahites in leading worship)

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2. God

   The object of the Psalmist's longing and hope.

   God is portrayed as the source of life, hope, and salvation, whom the Psalmist earnestly seeks and trusts despite his current turmoil.

   Related passages

   • Psalm 23 (God as the Shepherd and source of comfort)
   • Psalm 63 (Longing for God in a dry and weary land)

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