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What Makes the Psalms So Special?
The book of Psalms is well-known and well-loved. It is the Old Testament book most often quoted in the New Testament, and its quotations can be found everywhere from John Milton to Star Trek to Congressional speeches. Why so much attention? The Church Father Athanasius said it best--whereas most of Scripture speaks to us, the Book of Psalms speaks forus.
Come to truly understand this beloved hymnal of ancient Israel. Experience fresh connections to contemporary worship and devotional practices in this eight-session video-based study with well-known scholar Sandra Richter. Indulge in the biblical study of the Psalms, letting Sandy do the heavy lifting of research and translation, which in turn allows you to engage the Bible more deeply than you thought possible.
What Bible study users are saying about Psalms: "Sandra beautifully leads us to use the Psalms as a tool for prayer, worship, expression, and support in our lives today."
"A gift to better understand the Psalms and their function."
"Her insights about the history, cultural context, and use of poetry are so helpful and fascinating."
This study guide includes: Individual access to eight streaming videos from Sandra
Video outlines for notetaking
Group discussion questions
In-depth individual study between sessions
Illuminated manuscript activities and in-depth breakdowns of specific psalms
Streaming video access included. Access code subject to expiration after 12/31/2029. Code may be redeemed only by the recipient of this package. Code may not be transferred or sold separately from this package. Internet connection required. Void where prohibited, taxed, or restricted by law. Additional offer details inside.
About the author
Sandra Richter is the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College. Sandy has a heart for the Church and bringing high scholarship to the body with accessible, exciting, and engaging teaching. She is best known for her book,
The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament, and its associated Bible studies: Epic of Eden, Isaiah, Jonah, Ruth, and Psalms.
Because of her passion for the real people and places of the biblical narrative, she has spent many years directing Israel Studies programs that focus on historical geography and field archaeology. She earned her PhD from Harvard University in Hebrew Bible and her MA in Theological Studies from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. She has taught at Asbury Theological Seminary, Wesley Biblical Seminary, and Wheaton College.
Summary
In this eight-session video study, Sandra Richter connects the scholarly with the practical as we learn what the Book of Psalms is, how it was utilized in Israelite worship, and why the Book of Psalms remains critical to our devotional lives today.
