Psalms 1:3Temple hymnbook (wisdom/poetry)
He will be like a tree planted by the streams of water, that produces its fruit in its season, whose leaf also does not wither. Whatever he does shall prosper.
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Interpretation

Wisdom shapes a tree by water that is embodied in relationships and commitments. Psalms 1:3: trace "its" and "does". Let tree by water in promises we keep—steady the will with prayer.

Context

This passage belongs to Psalms, a poetry/wisdom witness, highlighting tree by water. Within ch. 1, a small unit frames the emphasis. It edges toward wisdom & worship. Watch the terms “its” and “does”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Psalms to David and additional composers. Modern scholarship on Psalms sees Temple hymnal compiled from many collections and voices.. Scholars commonly date Psalms Assembled across monarchic and post‑exilic eras.. The setting is the Temple hymnbook (wisdom/poetry) (poetry/wisdom). Wisdom & Worship is especially relevant in this line. Psalm headings and sequencing hint at editorial artistry.

More details
Traditional:David & others
Modern scholarship:Temple hymnbook with multiple collections and authors.
Date:Monarchy to post‑exilic.
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
In the Masoretic tradition the Hebrew text is preserved with remarkable accuracy. The Dead Sea Scrolls (1947-1956 discoveries) confirm the Hebrew text's reliability, showing minimal variation over 1000+ years of transmission.