Description: Invitation to the Psalms by Rolf A. Jacobson, Karl N. Jacobson This readable textbook on the Psalms introduces students to the dynamics of the biblical text, helping them become careful and attentive readers. Now updated and expanded. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The book of Psalms is perhaps the most cherished book in the Old Testament. In this lively volume, two experienced teachers invite us to read and explore the Psalter and roam widely among its poems.Invitation to the Psalms introduces the dynamics of the biblical text, helping students of the Bible become careful and attentive readers. This clear and concise guide covers how to read Hebrew poetry, the Psalters basic genres, the idea of "the psalmist," the metaphorical world of the Psalms, and the theology of the Psalms. It gives readers confidence to explore the Psalms on their own and could readily be used in the first weeks of class to orient students to the Psalms.The second edition of this popular textbook, now updated and expanded, adds a chapter on the shape and shaping of the Psalter and sidebars that highlight the use of the Psalms in popular culture. Discussion questions are also included. Author Biography Rolf A. Jacobson (PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary) is professor of Old Testament and the Alvin N. Rogness Chair of Scripture, Theology, and Ministry at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is the coauthor, with Michael J. Chan, of Introducing the Old Testament.Karl N. Jacobson (ThD, Providence Theological School) is senior pastor of Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He previously taught at Augsburg College. He is the author of Memories of Asaph and has coauthored several books with Rolf Jacobson. Table of Contents Introduction1. Why Is My Bible Repeating Itself? Learning to Understand Hebrew Poetry2. What Is a Psalm? Learning to Understand Different Psalm Genres--Part 13. What Is a Psalm? Learning to Understand Different Psalm Genres--Part 24. What Is a Psalmist? Learning to Understand the Voice and Life Situations of the Psalms5. Is God a Rock, a Light, or a Shepherd? Learning to Understand Metaphors, Imagery, and Symbolism in the Psalms6. "Who Is the King of Glory?" Learning to Understand the Theology of the Psalms7. Why Are the Psalms in This Order? Learning to Interpret Psalms within the Context of the Book of PsalmsIndexes Details ISBN1540967972 Author Karl N. Jacobson Year 2024 Edition 2nd ISBN-13 9781540967978 Format Paperback Subtitle A Readers Guide for Discovery and Engagement Country of Publication United States Publisher Baker Publishing Group Edition Description 2nd Edition Publication Date 2024-12-10 Imprint Baker Academic, Div of Baker Publishing Group Place of Publication Ada, MI Audience Tertiary & Higher Education US Release Date 2024-12-10 DEWEY 223.2007 Pages 208 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:168397301;
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