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Superscriptions anchor psalms in history

Scribes added headings to many psalms linking them to moments in David's life and the nation's narrative.

Context added later.

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They also inserted Israel's name and redirected praises from various gods to Yhwh.

Bible reference: Psalm 51:1–2

Source: Why the Bible Began, pp. 447

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