Though not reckoned as a scripture scholar in any conventional sense, Robert Alter has affected the study of the Hebrew Bible in immense ways. His influence stems primarily from two remarkable books, ...

It was with great anticipation that I read Rabbi Hayyim Angel’s latest commentary, “Psalms: A Companion Volume” (Kodesh Press, 2022). Like so many of his other books on biblical text, Rabbi Angel’s ...

If you are feeling burdened, here are some powerful verses from Psalms to bring peace and strength to your heart: Psalm 23:4 – "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for ...

Within the forty-six books of the Old Testament, there is contained the endearing Book of Psalms. The book is really more of an anthology of prayers of God’s people that were either collected or ...

NEW YORK — Nearly 80 years after Auschwitz-Birkenau was liberated, Menachem Rosensaft decided it was time to confront God. And so he penned “Burning Psalms: Confronting Adonai after Auschwitz.” ...

They Cried to the Lord: The Form and Theology of Biblical Prayer, by Patrick D. Miller (Fortress). Though billed as a study of biblical prayer, this is the most helpful and comprehensive study of the ...

An overview of the historical background and theology of Psalms to help you develop your sermon series and apply it to your hearers. The Psalms are the words of people to God that have become the Word ...