Psalm 52

Psalms for Praying

Nan C. Merrill  

Why do you boast, O proud peoples, 

of your greed against the poor?

All day long, you plan exploitation.

Lies are on your tongue as 

you turn from the truth. 

You love riches more than justice, 

burying your head in sand 

like the ostrich, 

So you are deaf to the cries 

of the oppressed.   

   

Blessed as those who are like 

the strong oak 

in the house of the Beloved. 

Blessed are those who trust in 

the steadfast love of the Counselor 

for ever and ever. 

Gratitude flows from their hearts 

as they walk in truth, 

as they live in unity and peace 

in the presence of Love.    

   

Just a few months ago, I saw this tree for the first time.  For some reason, it is not that easy to spot, even now, when I am looking for it.   I think this psalm is about having the courage to see. If we do not see, how can we respond? How can we celebrate? How can we love?   

 

He said to me, "Mortal have you seen this?"  Ezekiel 47:6