Great Poems of the Bible A Reader's Companion With New Translations

From the Psalms to the Prophets, from Job to Ecclesiastes, much of the Bible is written in poetry. Some of these best known passages include: "The Lord is my shepherd," "Let justice roll down like waters," "By the rivers of Babylon," & "Arise, shine, for they light is come." These poems live in the hearts of those who are familiar with the Bible & offer rich rewards to anyone who is approaching the Bible for the first time. Here, Kugel presents original translations of the most beautiful & important poems of the Scripture. Each poem is accompanied by an explanation of the poem's language, & a reflection on its meaning. These essays introduce readers to the broader spiritual world of ancient Israel. Kugel brings new life to some of history's greatest poems.Kugel, James L. is the author of 'Great Poems of the Bible A Reader's Companion With New Translations' with ISBN 9780756763916 and ISBN 0756763916.