The Psalms: Ancient Poetry of the Spirit

by Lawrence Boadt (Editor)

Brings together 100 Psalms grouped according to their major literary types. Introductory material looks at the origins of the Psalms in ancient Israelite faith and worship and explores some of the distinctive qualities and insights Hebrew poetry holds for today's readers. The editor is a scholar of Biblical literature. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

190 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1999

About the author

Lawrence Edward Boadt, C.S.P. (October 26, 1942 – July 24, 2010), was an American Paulist priest and Biblical scholar, who advocated on behalf of improved communication and understanding between Christians and Jews.