Leviticus Two / Psalms Two

Leviticus 2

1 - 16 The Grain Offering

My notes state, "In non-priestly texts the term 'grain offering' connotes a present made to secure goodwill or a tribute broguth by subjects to their overlords, both human or divine."

Note the care with which the grain is prepared. Only the best is offered.

Psalms 2

God's Anointed Is Established as Ruler over the Nations

My notes say this might have been used on the occasion of the coronation of a king. I say you can also read it and reflect on the coming Messiah. (esp. after verse 7 says You are my son)

God in heaven laughs at the petty plots of people (vs 4), but then he becomes wrathful (vs. 5). Verses 10 -12 are a warning to world leaders to Serve the Lord with fear, with trembling kiss his feet or he will be angry, and you will perish in the way; for his wrath is quickly kindled. No matter how much power a person has, he still must answer to a higher authority.

You gotta admit, the psalmist ends on a nice note, though: Happy are all who take refuge in him.