Do you still remember the following proverb, "dead elephants leave tusks, dead tigers leave stripes, dead humans leave names?" The proverb means that every human being will be remembered based on his actions while living in the world, even until death comes, the memory of his actions will remain eternal. So strive to do what is good while living in the world.

Psalm 72 is thought to be a psalm sung at the coronation of a king. Therefore, we can see that the poem contains both exaltation and hope for the king. In verses 1-11, one of the prominent points is the king's favor to the poor and oppressed and the justice that is always upheld. Then in verses 12-13, the hope is reaffirmed. As is the case today, it seems that in the past, especially in the ancient world of Israel, the feudalistic system made poverty rampant. Not only that, these people were usually sidelined in all aspects of society. This is where the psalmist echoed the expectations of a king. He must bring about change.

Those who are oppressed and cry out for help are delivered. His favor is always directed to those who are excluded and marginalized. The exaltation of the king (vv. 15-17) came about because of his actions. The universe rejoiced in God's justice being upheld through the king. Ultimately, God is the only one who deserves praise.

Friends of the Bible, when the world turns its back on the excluded and marginalized, that's when our call to be there for them will resonate even more. Today people are competing for the opportunity to be recognized by the rich and powerful, but Christians must dare to choose to live in simplicity and care for those who suffer. Isn't that also what God wants and expects His people to strive for at all times.