Psalm 1

Psalm 1 is an introductory psalm to the Book of Psalms, often referred to as a wisdom psalm.

It outlines two distinct paths in life: the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked.

The psalm describes the righteous person as one who delights in the law of the Lord, meditates on it day and night, and is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding fruit in season.

In contrast, the wicked are likened to chaff blown away by the wind, with no stability or future.

The psalm emphasizes that following God's direction leads to happiness and prosperity, while ignoring it results in destruction.