Hywel R. Jones takes us through the Bible's longest psalm, which is also called 'the Great Psalm' in his study Psalm 119 For Life. Taking the Psalm and breaking it into eight verses at a time, Jones helps us to better understand this acrostic poem. We view the Psalm first in the context of an Israelite king in his kingdom, then with regard to the Lord and his church and subjects. Not only does he present an explanation of the Psalm, but also other Scriptures that are intermingled with it. Each chapter (1-22) is divided up into various subjects. Most open up by talking about the language of the psalm/the words and some meanings. Then, the study continues by presenting a few headings for the study of the selected verses, and then there is an explanation of those headings that makes up the study. At the beginning of each chapter are the verses to be studied in the section.
Dr. Hywel R. Jones became a Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Seminary in California in 2000. Before that, he was Editorial of the Banner of Truth Trust and Principal of London Theology Seminary from 1985-1996. He was also a pastor at Grove Chapel, London, and Borras Park in Wrexham. He is also the author of A study commentary on Job.
I would recommend this book be read as it was written, as a study. It would help to be in a setting with the reader's Bible open in front of them while they read. I would recommend this book to anyone wanting a greater understanding for Psalm 119. It might make a better personal study, but also has the potential to be good discussion material.
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