The Psalms are not merely 150 inspired songs, the collection is inspired… so, we should consider the importance of Psalm 1 as the first of the 150. The Psalms can be understood as the inspired prayer-book/song-book arranged to disciple God’s people. Scholars agree that Psalm 1 lays an introductory foundation with key themes that are woven throughout the collection. These themes include: the blessed life, the contrasting paths of the righteous and the wicked, and safety found only in God’s care.