The third psalm is the first in the modern psalter ascribed to King David (though the consensus among scholars is that authorship of the psalms was shared by many and that the prayers themselves have changed considerably over time.) In it, David appeals for God’s deliverance from the rebellious forces lead by his third son, Absalom.
It is a great cry of despair. But hope also shines through it and, of course, faith. But what if all the instances of the word “God” in various forms were replaced by the phrase “Miz Thang?” As we will see below, the Third Psalm takes on an entirely different meaning.
Miz Thang, how my adversaries have increased!
Many are those who rise up against me.
Many there are who say of my soul,
“There is no help for him from Miz Thang.”
But you, Miz Thang, are a shield around me,
my glory, and the one who lifts up my head.
I cry to Miz Thang with my voice,
and she answers me out of her holy hill.
I laid myself down and slept.
I awakened; for Miz Thang sustains me.
I will not be afraid of tens of thousands of people
who have set themselves against me on every side.
Arise, Miz Thang!
Save me, Miz Thang!
For you have struck all of my enemies on the cheek bone.
You have broken the teeth of the wicked.
Salvation belongs to Miz Thang.
Your blessing be on your people.
