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= Psalm 110: Priest-King theme (v1 and v4) =

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== Why Psalm 110 matters ==
Psalm 110 is frequently used in Christian argument because it combines:
* exalted royal language (“sit at my right hand”)
* and priestly language (“priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek” in v4)

== Psalm 110:1 (what it means, summary) ==
The verse portrays YHWH granting an honored position to “my lord,” with the promise of victory over enemies (footstool imagery). It is royal/exaltation language.

== Hebrew note (important in debate) ==
The phrase “my lord” in Psalm 110:1 uses a Hebrew form often used for a human superior. That does not settle the debate, but it warns against simplistic claims that the grammar alone proves deity.

== Common Jewish framing (summary) ==
Many Jewish readings treat Psalm 110 as a royal psalm connected to Davidic kingship (or court language), without concluding the figure is divine.

== Common Christian framing (summary) ==
Christians often read Psalm 110 messianically and connect it to:
* Jesus’ exaltation language in the New Testament
* priesthood themes developed especially in Hebrews

== Primary texts ==
<ref>[https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.110.1?lang=en Psalm 110:1], ''Sefaria'' (accessed 2026-01-18)</ref>
<ref>[https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.110.4?lang=en Psalm 110:4], ''Sefaria'' (accessed 2026-01-18)</ref>
<ref>[https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+7&version=NIV Hebrews 7], ''BibleGateway'' (accessed 2026-01-18)</ref>

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