“"The LORD says to my Lord: 'Sit at my right hand, until I make your enemies your footstool.'"”
Psalms 110:1
Summary
Psalm 110 is a Messianic psalm attributed to David, depicting the sovereign rule and eternal priesthood of the Messiah. The chapter opens with a divine oracle where the LORD invites the king to sit at His right hand, signifying a position of highest honor and authority. This establishes the theme of divine right to rule and conquer over enemies. The psalm then shifts focus to the priestly role of the king, establishing a new priesthood in the order of Melchizedek, which signifies a departure from the traditional Levitical priesthood, highlighting the Messiah's eternal and unchangeable priestly role. The imagery used in the psalm is one of victory and judgement, as the king will execute judgment and conquer his enemies, emphasizing God's ultimate power and justice through the Messiah.