Psalms for All SeasonsHow can the psalms, those ancient Hebrew songs of praise, speak to today's believers? Can these prayers enhance the prayer life of such believers? By examining fifty-five psalms, the author demonstrates how these prayers can speak to different stages in the life of individuals and communities. Some speak to moments of balance and harmony. Others look to our times of disaster and disillusionment. Still others reflect on God's capacity to surprise and change our lives. They are indeed Psalms for all Seasons. A blend of biblical scholarship and pastoral theology, this work is especially well-suited for adult Bible study groups, college courses, prayer groups, those who pray the Liturgy of the Hours, or any group or individual with an interest in the psalms. The inclusive-language 1991 NAB translation is used. |
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... Wisdom Psalms 55 5. Prayers for the Institution : The Royal Psalms 77 6. Out of the Pits : The Laments 98 7. To a God of Surprises : The Psalms of Declarative Praise Suggestions for Further Study Index of Biblical Passages 136 171 175 ...
... Isaiah Ps ( s ) Psalm ( s ) Jas James Rom Romans Jer Jeremiah 1 Sam First Samuel Josh Joshua 2 Sam Second Samuel 1 Kgs First Kings Wis Wisdom Chapter One Prayer , Psalms , Patterns What is the ix Abbreviations for Biblical References.
... wisdom psalms ( chapter 4 ) , and certain royal psalms ( chapter 5 ) . Under disorien- tation there are laments , both individual and communal ( chapter 6 ) . Finally , under reorientation there are thanksgivings or psalms of ...
... wisdom you have wrought them all ; the earth is full of your creatures . 25Look at the sea , great and wide ! It teems with countless beings , living things both large and small . 26 Here ships ply their course ; here Leviathan , your ...
... wisdom to the simple . 9 The precepts of the Lord are right , rejoicing the heart . The command of the Lord is clear , enlightening the eye . 10The fear of the Lord is pure , enduring forever . The statutes of the Lord are true , all of ...