| Invitation to the Psalms: A Reader's Guide for Discovery and Engagement Contributor(s): Jacobson, Rolf A. (Author), Jacobson, Karl N. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0801036445 ISBN-13: 9780801036446 Publisher: Baker Academic OUR PRICE: $21.85 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Studies - Old Testament - Poetry & Wisdom Literature - Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation - Old Testament |
| Dewey: 223.200 |
| LCCN: 2012050116 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.5" W x 8.4" (0.50 lbs) 192 pages |
| Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Book of Psalms is perhaps the most cherished book in the Old Testament. In this lively volume, two experienced teachers invite students to read and explore the Psalter and roam widely among its poems. The book introduces the dynamics of the biblical text, helping students become careful and attentive readers. It covers how to read Hebrew poetry, the Psalter's basic genres, the idea of "the psalmist," the metaphorical world of the Psalms, and the theology of the Psalms. Sidebars, discussion questions, and plenty of examples enhance the reading experience. This clear and concise guide is accessible to all serious students of the Bible. |
Contributor Bio(s): Jacobson, Rolf A.: - Rolf A. Jacobson is professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota, and is an ordained pastor. His teaching interests include the Psalms, the Old Testament prophets, biblical poetry, biblical theology, and biblical narrative. He collaborated with Karl Jacobson on Crazy Book: A Not-So-Stuffy Dictionary of Biblical Terms.Jacobson, Karl N.: - Karl N. Jacobson is assistant professor of religion at Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is an ordained pastor. He collaborated with Rolf Jacobson on Crazy Talk: A Not-So-Stuffy Dictionary of Theological Terms. |
