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Imprecatory Psalms Are Integral
- Imprecatory psalms pray for God's judgment on enemies and are widespread throughout the Psalter.
- They cannot be avoided if praying or reading Psalms regularly, forming an integral biblical element.
Context of Imprecatory Psalms
- Imprecatory psalms arise from situations of violence against innocent individuals and communities.
- They include personal, societal, and national enemies who threaten God's covenant people.
Personal Experience with Imprecatory Psalms
- Trevor and others have experienced discomfort praying imprecatory psalms in devotional settings.
- Some psalms have imprecatory elements central to their meaning, making them hard to set aside.