Do you notice how the structure of the sentences in Psalms are similar/ parallel? This chiastic structure is found in particularly in Hebrew writing. Knowing this helps, us find the main point of the psalm. Chiastic units have a unique center, intentionally designed by the psalmist, to be the focus of their attention.
If you are interested in the chiastic structure of the Psalms check this out http://www.ehomiletics.com/papers/02/tornfelt02.php
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