Tuesday's Psalm 82

Enduring Word Bible Commentary Psalm 82 - Earthly Judges Before the Great Judge

Psalm 82 stands as a masterful theological bridge between ancient imagery and mature monotheism. Its reference to a council of “gods” doesn’t weaken Israel’s faith in one God—it strengthens it, revealing how Yahweh transcends and dismantles every rival claim to divinity. Whether the psalmist was adapting older mythological frameworks or employing poetic irony, the message is consistent: there is none beside the LORD. What once may have echoed a pantheon now becomes a proclamation that Yahweh alo

Psalm 82 & the Divine Council I am exploring why “you are gods” does not teach polytheism but magnifies God’s justice and sovereignty. I’ll walk through the three major readings—heavenly beings, human judges, and Israel at Sinai—show how each fits the Hebrew text and ANE context, and how the New Testament (esp. John 10) engages this language. The aim: clarity without agenda, depth without drift. There will be about 13 videos, most ~3 minutes each (this one is ~4 minutes). Question for you: Shoul