Psalms by Theme

150 Psalms classified by theme

All 184 🎵 Praise 35 😢 Lament 58 🙏 Thanksgiving 18 📖 Wisdom 13 👑 Royal 7 🤲 Trust 13 💔 Penitential 5 ✝ Messianic 11 🌍 Creation 9 🚶 Pilgrimage 15

🎵 Praise 35

Psalms 8 "[To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm of David.] O LORD our Lord, how excellent {is…" Psalms 19 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] The heavens declare the glory of God; and the f…" Psalms 29 "[A Psalm of David.] Give unto the LORD, O ye mighty, give unto the LORD glory and strength…" Psalms 33 "Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: {for} praise is comely for the upright." Psalms 47 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah.] O clap your hands, all ye people; …" Psalms 48 "[A Song {and} Psalm for the sons of Korah.] Great {is} the LORD, and greatly to be praised…" Psalms 65 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm {and} Song of David.] Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in S…" Psalms 66 "[To the chief Musician, A Song {or} Psalm.] Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands: {a…" Psalms 67 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm {or} Song.] God be merciful unto us, and bless…" Psalms 76 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm {or} Song of Asaph.] In Judah {is} God known: …" Psalms 84 "[To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm for the sons of Korah.] How amiable {are} thy…" Psalms 87 "[A Psalm {or} Song for the sons of Korah.] His foundation {is} in the holy mountains. {for…" Psalms 93 "The LORD reigneth, he is clothed with majesty; the LORD is clothed with strength, {wherewi…" Psalms 95 "O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation…" Psalms 96 "O sing unto the LORD a new song: sing unto the LORD, all the earth." Psalms 97 "The LORD reigneth; let the earth rejoice; let the multitude of isles be glad {thereof}. {m…" Psalms 98 "[A Psalm.] O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right …" Psalms 99 "The LORD reigneth; let the people tremble: he sitteth {between} the cherubims; let the ear…" Psalms 100 "[A Psalm of praise.] Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. {praise: or, thanksg…" Psalms 103 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, {bless} his ho…" Psalms 104 "Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honou…" Psalms 105 "O give thanks unto the LORD; call upon his name: make known his deeds among the people." Psalms 111 "Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with {my} whole heart, in the assembly of the u…" Psalms 113 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise, O ye servants of the LORD, praise the name of the LORD. {Prais…" Psalms 114 "When Israel went out of Egypt, the house of Jacob from a people of strange language;" Psalms 117 "O praise the LORD, all ye nations: praise him, all ye people." Psalms 134 "[A Song of degrees.] Behold, bless ye the LORD, all {ye} servants of the LORD, which by ni…" Psalms 135 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the name of the LORD; praise {him}, O ye servants of the LOR…" Psalms 136 "O give thanks unto the LORD; for {he is} good: for his mercy {endureth} for ever." Psalms 145 "[David's {Psalm} of praise.] I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name …" Psalms 146 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise the LORD, O my soul. {Praise ye...: Heb. Hallelujah}" Psalms 147 "Praise ye the LORD: for {it is} good to sing praises unto our God; for {it is} pleasant; {…" Psalms 148 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights. {Prais…" Psalms 149 "Praise ye the LORD. Sing unto the LORD a new song, {and} his praise in the congregation of…" Psalms 150 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power.…"

😢 Lament 58

Psalms 3 "[A Psalm of David, when he fled from Absalom his son.] LORD, how are they increased that t…" Psalms 4 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth, A Psalm of David.] Hear me when I call, O God of my ri…" Psalms 5 "[To the chief Musician upon Nehiloth, A Psalm of David.] Give ear to my words, O LORD, con…" Psalms 6 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David.] O LORD, rebuke me no…" Psalms 7 "[Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjami…" Psalms 10 "Why standest thou afar off, O LORD? {why} hidest thou {thyself} in times of trouble?" Psalms 12 "[To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David.] Help, LORD; for the godly man ce…" Psalms 13 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever?…" Psalms 14 "[To the chief Musician, {A Psalm} of David.] The fool hath said in his heart, {There is} n…" Psalms 17 "[A Prayer of David.] Hear the right, O LORD, attend unto my cry, give ear unto my prayer, …" Psalms 22 "[To the chief Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar, A Psalm of David.] My God, my God, why hast t…" Psalms 25 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Unto thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul." Psalms 26 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Judge me, O LORD; for I have walked in mine integrity: I have truste…" Psalms 28 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Unto thee will I cry, O LORD my rock; be not silent to me: lest, {if…" Psalms 31 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me neve…" Psalms 35 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Plead {my cause}, O LORD, with them that strive with me: fight again…" Psalms 36 "[To the chief Musician, {A Psalm} of David the servant of the LORD.] The transgression of …" Psalms 38 "[A Psalm of David, to bring to remembrance.] O LORD, rebuke me not in thy wrath: neither c…" Psalms 39 "[To the chief Musician, {even} to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David.] I said, I will take heed to…" Psalms 41 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] Blessed {is} he that considereth the poor: the …" Psalms 42 "[To the chief Musician, Maschil, for the sons of Korah.] As the hart panteth after the wat…" Psalms 43 "Judge me, O God, and plead my cause against an ungodly nation: O deliver me from the decei…" Psalms 44 "[To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, Maschil.] We have heard with our ears, O God…" Psalms 52 "[To the chief Musician, Maschil, {A Psalm} of David, when Doeg the Edomite came and told S…" Psalms 53 "[To the chief Musician upon Mahalath, Maschil, {A Psalm} of David.] The fool hath said in …" Psalms 54 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth, Maschil, {A Psalm} of David, when the Ziphims came and…" Psalms 55 "[To the chief Musician on Neginoth, Maschil, {A Psalm} of David.] Give ear to my prayer, O…" Psalms 56 "[To the chief Musician upon Jonathelemrechokim, Michtam of David, when the Philistines too…" Psalms 57 "[To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David, when he fled from Saul in the cave.]…" Psalms 58 "[To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David.] Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O…" Psalms 59 "[To the chief Musician, Altaschith, Michtam of David; when Saul sent, and they watched the…" Psalms 60 "[To the chief Musician upon Shushaneduth, Michtam of David, to teach; when he strove with …" Psalms 61 "[To the chief Musician upon Neginah, {A Psalm} of David.] Hear my cry, O God; attend unto …" Psalms 64 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] Hear my voice, O God, in my prayer: preserve my…" Psalms 69 "[To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, {A Psalm} of David.] Save me, O God; for the water…" Psalms 70 "[To the chief Musician, {A Psalm} of David, to bring to remembrance.] {Make haste}, O God,…" Psalms 71 "In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion." Psalms 74 "[Maschil of Asaph.] O God, why hast thou cast {us} off for ever? {why} doth thine anger sm…" Psalms 77 "[To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of Asaph.] I cried unto God with my voice, {e…" Psalms 79 "[A Psalm of Asaph.] O God, the heathen are come into thine inheritance; thy holy temple ha…" Psalms 80 "[To the chief Musician upon Shoshannimeduth, A Psalm of Asaph.] Give ear, O Shepherd of Is…" Psalms 81 "[To the chief Musician upon Gittith, {A Psalm} of Asaph.] Sing aloud unto God our strength…" Psalms 82 "[A Psalm of Asaph.] God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the g…" Psalms 83 "[A Song {or} Psalm of Asaph.] Keep not thou silence, O God: hold not thy peace, and be not…" Psalms 85 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah.] LORD, thou hast been favourable un…" Psalms 86 "[A Prayer of David.] Bow down thine ear, O LORD, hear me: for I {am} poor and needy. {A Pr…" Psalms 88 "[A Song {or} Psalm for the sons of Korah, to the chief Musician upon Mahalath Leannoth, Ma…" Psalms 89 "[Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite.] I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my …" Psalms 90 "[A Prayer of Moses the man of God.] Lord, thou hast been our dwelling place in all generat…" Psalms 94 "O LORD God, to whom vengeance belongeth; O God, to whom vengeance belongeth, shew thyself.…" Psalms 102 "[A Prayer of the afflicted, when he is overwhelmed, and poureth out his complaint before t…" Psalms 109 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] Hold not thy peace, O God of my praise;" Psalms 120 "[A Song of degrees.] In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me." Psalms 137 "By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down, yea, we wept, when we remembered Zion." Psalms 140 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] Deliver me, O LORD, from the evil man: preserve…" Psalms 141 "[A Psalm of David.] LORD, I cry unto thee: make haste unto me; give ear unto my voice, whe…" Psalms 142 "[Maschil of David; A Prayer when he was in the cave.] I cried unto the LORD with my voice;…" Psalms 143 "[A Psalm of David.] Hear my prayer, O LORD, give ear to my supplications: in thy faithfuln…"

🙏 Thanksgiving 18

Psalms 9 "[To the chief Musician upon Muthlabben, A Psalm of David.] I will praise {thee}, O LORD, w…" Psalms 18 "[To the chief Musician, {A Psalm} of David, the servant of the LORD, who spake unto the LO…" Psalms 21 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] The king shall joy in thy strength, O LORD; and…" Psalms 30 "[A Psalm {and} Song {at} the dedication of the house of David.] I will extol thee, O LORD;…" Psalms 34 "[{A Psalm} of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, a…" Psalms 40 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] I waited patiently for the LORD; and he incline…" Psalms 63 "[A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.] O God, thou {art} my God; earl…" Psalms 68 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm {or} Song of David.] Let God arise, let his enemies be sca…" Psalms 75 "[To the chief Musician, Altaschith, A Psalm {or} Song of Asaph.] Unto thee, O God, do we g…" Psalms 92 "[A Psalm {or} Song for the sabbath day.] {It is a} good {thing} to give thanks unto the LO…" Psalms 107 "O give thanks unto the LORD, for {he is} good: for his mercy {endureth} for ever." Psalms 116 "I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice {and} my supplications." Psalms 118 "O give thanks unto the LORD; for {he is} good: because his mercy {endureth} for ever." Psalms 124 "[A Song of degrees of David.] If {it had not been} the LORD who was on our side, now may I…" Psalms 126 "[A Song of degrees.] When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them t…" Psalms 129 "[A Song of degrees.] Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say:…" Psalms 138 "[{A Psalm} of David.] I will praise thee with my whole heart: before the gods will I sing …" Psalms 144 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Blessed {be} the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, {…"

📖 Wisdom 13

Psalms 1 "Blessed {is} the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the w…" Psalms 15 "[A Psalm of David.] LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy h…" Psalms 37 "[{A Psalm} of David.] Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious again…" Psalms 49 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm for the sons of Korah.] Hear this, all {ye} people; give e…" Psalms 73 "[A Psalm of Asaph.] Truly God {is} good to Israel, {even} to such as are of a clean heart.…" Psalms 78 "[Maschil of Asaph.] Give ear, O my people, {to} my law: incline your ears to the words of …" Psalms 112 "Praise ye the LORD. Blessed {is} the man {that} feareth the LORD, {that} delighteth greatl…" Psalms 119 "ALEPH. Blessed {are} the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD. {undefiled…" Psalms 127 "[A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that…" Psalms 128 "[A Song of degrees.] Blessed {is} every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his way…" Psalms 131 "[A Song of degrees of David.] LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither …" Psalms 133 "[A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant {it is} for brethren to dw…" Psalms 139 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] O LORD, thou hast searched me, and known {me}.…"

👑 Royal 7

🤲 Trust 13

Psalms 11 "[To the chief Musician, {A Psalm} of David.] In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my …" Psalms 16 "[Michtam of David.] Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. {Michtam: or, A gol…" Psalms 23 "[A Psalm of David.] The LORD {is} my shepherd; I shall not want." Psalms 27 "[{A Psalm} of David.] The LORD {is} my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD…" Psalms 46 "[To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God {is} our refuge an…" Psalms 62 "[To the chief Musician, to Jeduthun, A Psalm of David.] Truly my soul waiteth upon God: fr…" Psalms 91 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the …" Psalms 108 "[A Song {or} Psalm of David.] O God, my heart is fixed; I will sing and give praise, even …" Psalms 115 "Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, {and} for t…" Psalms 121 "[A Song of degrees.] I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. …" Psalms 123 "[A Song of degrees.] Unto thee lift I up mine eyes, O thou that dwellest in the heavens.…" Psalms 125 "[A Song of degrees.] They that trust in the LORD {shall be} as mount Zion, {which} cannot …" Psalms 130 "[A Song of degrees.] Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD."

💔 Penitential 5

✝ Messianic 11

Psalms 2 "Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? {rage: or, tumultuously asse…" Psalms 16 "[Michtam of David.] Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. {Michtam: or, A gol…" Psalms 22 "[To the chief Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar, A Psalm of David.] My God, my God, why hast t…" Psalms 40 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] I waited patiently for the LORD; and he incline…" Psalms 45 "[To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, for the sons of Korah, Maschil, A Song of loves.] …" Psalms 68 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm {or} Song of David.] Let God arise, let his enemies be sca…" Psalms 69 "[To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, {A Psalm} of David.] Save me, O God; for the water…" Psalms 72 "[{A Psalm} for Solomon.] Give the king thy judgments, O God, and thy righteousness unto th…" Psalms 89 "[Maschil of Ethan the Ezrahite.] I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my …" Psalms 110 "[A Psalm of David.] The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make th…" Psalms 118 "O give thanks unto the LORD; for {he is} good: because his mercy {endureth} for ever."

🌍 Creation 9

Psalms 8 "[To the chief Musician upon Gittith, A Psalm of David.] O LORD our Lord, how excellent {is…" Psalms 19 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.] The heavens declare the glory of God; and the f…" Psalms 24 "[A Psalm of David.] The earth {is} the LORD'S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and the…" Psalms 29 "[A Psalm of David.] Give unto the LORD, O ye mighty, give unto the LORD glory and strength…" Psalms 33 "Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: {for} praise is comely for the upright." Psalms 50 "[A Psalm of Asaph.] The mighty God, {even} the LORD, hath spoken, and called the earth fro…" Psalms 65 "[To the chief Musician, A Psalm {and} Song of David.] Praise waiteth for thee, O God, in S…" Psalms 104 "Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, thou art very great; thou art clothed with honou…" Psalms 148 "Praise ye the LORD. Praise ye the LORD from the heavens: praise him in the heights. {Prais…"

🚶 Pilgrimage 15

Psalms 120 "[A Song of degrees.] In my distress I cried unto the LORD, and he heard me." Psalms 121 "[A Song of degrees.] I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. …" Psalms 122 "[A Song of degrees of David.] I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house …" Psalms 123 "[A Song of degrees.] Unto thee lift I up mine eyes, O thou that dwellest in the heavens.…" Psalms 124 "[A Song of degrees of David.] If {it had not been} the LORD who was on our side, now may I…" Psalms 125 "[A Song of degrees.] They that trust in the LORD {shall be} as mount Zion, {which} cannot …" Psalms 126 "[A Song of degrees.] When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them t…" Psalms 127 "[A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that…" Psalms 128 "[A Song of degrees.] Blessed {is} every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his way…" Psalms 129 "[A Song of degrees.] Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, may Israel now say:…" Psalms 130 "[A Song of degrees.] Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD." Psalms 131 "[A Song of degrees of David.] LORD, my heart is not haughty, nor mine eyes lofty: neither …" Psalms 132 "A Song of degrees. LORD, remember David, {and} all his afflictions:" Psalms 133 "[A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant {it is} for brethren to dw…" Psalms 134 "[A Song of degrees.] Behold, bless ye the LORD, all {ye} servants of the LORD, which by ni…"

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What does Psalms by Theme show?
This tool organizes the 150 Psalms into 10 thematic categories — such as praise, trust, deliverance, thanksgiving, and lament — making it easy to find a Psalm that matches your current need or mood.
How are the Psalms categorized?
Each Psalm is assigned to one or more thematic categories based on its content. Categories include praise, trust, deliverance, thanksgiving, lament, wisdom, royal, creation, pilgrimage, and prophetic.
Can I read the full Psalm?
Yes. Each Psalm card shows the first verse as a preview and links directly to the full chapter in the Bible reader.
Are the themes translated?
Yes. All theme names and the interface are fully translated into 9 languages. The Psalm text itself comes from the Bible translation matching your language.
What makes Psalms special for study?
Psalms is the Bible's songbook and prayer book — covering the full range of human emotion. Organizing them by theme helps you find the right Psalm for worship, comfort, confession, or celebration.
How many Psalms are in each category?
The number varies by category. Some themes like "praise" contain many Psalms, while others like "royal" contain fewer. Each category shows its count.
Can I use this for worship planning?
Absolutely. Worship leaders and pastors frequently use thematic Psalm groupings to select readings for services. This tool makes that selection process quick and intuitive.
Who wrote the Psalms?
Psalms has multiple authors. David wrote about 73, Asaph wrote 12, the Sons of Korah wrote 11, Solomon wrote 2, and Moses, Heman, and Ethan each wrote 1. About 50 Psalms have no attributed author.