J clinton mccann taking his point of departure from the newest frontier of research, mccann reads the psalms in the context of their final shape and canonical form. Buy a cheap copy of a theological introduction to the book. Each subsequent chapter in the book examines a particular metaphor, tracing it through the psalms, noticing its theological purpose and interaction with other metaphors. In hebrew the title is songs of praise or praises tehillim, cf. Third and most importantly, the book does indeed function as a literary and theological introduction to the book of psalms. A theological introduction to the book of psalms lifeway. The overall literary structure and content of the book of psalms 2. Bullock begins by exploring the nature, structure, and authorship of the psalter. A theological introduction to the book of psalms ebook by.
Buy a theological introduction to the book of psalms. An ordained minister in the presbyterian church usa, he served as consulting translator of the psalms for the common. An internationally recognized expert on the psalms, his numerous publications include a theological introduction to the book of psalms. The book of psalms is part hymnbook, part prayer book, part wisdom literature, and part anthology of poems concerning israel and god. Having completed this book, the student will have been introduced to the major theological and literary elements within the psalter as well.
It is remarkable that the book of psalms begins with this exclamation. A literary and theological introduction encountering biblical studies book online at best prices in india on. Taking his point of departure from the newest frontier of research, mccann reads the psalms in the context of their final shape and canonical form. Used books may not include companion materials, some shelf wear, may contain highlightingnotes, may not include cdrom or access codes. Others are statements of confidence in the god who alone can save e. A theological introduction to the book of psalms is one of the most important book written by mccann. Some psalms are filled with practical wisdom for living, something like the book of proverbs.
Notes throughout the psalms give additional indications of conscious arrangement see also chart, p. The psalms as torah and the psalms commentary in the new interpreters bible vol. Mccann 1993, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. He is also the author of judges 2002 in the series interpretation. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Reflections on ethics and worship are found in psalms 1. Theological reflections on the book of psalms nt greek. Click download or read online button to get a theological introduction to the book of psalms book now.
Mccanns a theological introduction to the psalms represents a fresh approach to the book of psalms. The author writes from a thoroughly conservative standpoint, but at appropriate junctures demonstrates his awareness of liberal speculations scattered throughout the recent history of psalms studies that arise from the various schools of higher criticism. Psalms hebrew exegetical class june 7, 2001 professor tom parker, fuller theological seminary after taking this class on the book of psalms, the psalms have become much more important to me and i have come to know them in a way that i never have before. According to him, the aim is to assist readers to hear the book of psalms itself. It is true that, in a sense, this places man in the center. Clinton mccann, 9780687414680, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The book of psalms introduction bible commentaries. A literary and theological introduction encountering biblical studies by bullock, c.
Psalms are independent literary units that have grown out of, and speak to, a wide range of individual and communal human experience. A theological introduction to the book of psalms ebook by j. Having completed this book, the student will have been introduced to the major theological and literary elements within the psalter as well as major scholarly contributions on the subject. The explicit connections which mccann draws from the psalms to the new testament and to christian faith and life are extensive, making his work suitable for serious study of the psalms in.
A literary and theological introduction encountering biblical by c. He examines the use of psalms in worship, shows how psalmists used historical reflection to serve their theological purposes, and investigates different types of psalms. Mccanns intent is to contribute to the churchs recovery of the psalms as torahas instruction, as a. The rhetorical approach and the different kinds of structure. A theological introduction to the book of psalms book. The book of psalms is a sizable collection of musical poems and prayers of diverse authorship and form. Sidlow baxters book explore the book, we quote the following. The book of psalms is the human expression of the whole spectrum of emotions of fellowship with. He interprets the psalms as scripture as well as in their character as songs, prayers, and poetry from israels history. In this revision of his timehonored encountering the book of psalms, he combines the mind of a scholar, the clarity of a.
A literary and theological introduction encountering biblical studies bullock, c. In spite of this fivebook division, the psalter was clearly thought of as a whole, with an introduction and a conclusion ps 146150. This is surprising because so many of the psalms are laments or complaints. The book of psalms is subdivided into five smaller books. Business ethics psalms 15, 24, 34 trusting god in the face of institutional pressure psalm 20 gods presence in our struggles at work psalm 23 gods guidance in our work psalm 25 book 2 psalms 4272 gods presence in the midst of disaster psalm 46 anxiety when unscrupulous people succeed psalms 49, 50, 52, 62 book 3.
Theological reflections on the book of psalms corey keating ot526. The major theological themes and critical issues in the books. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A theological introduction to the book of psalms by j. Read a theological introduction to the book of psalms the psalms as torah by j. Gods presence in the midst of disaster psalm 46 bible. Book 1 psalms 141 personal integrity in work psalm 1 obedience to god psalm 2 bringing our enemies and opponents to god psalms 4, 6, 7, 17 authority psalm 8 business ethics psalms 15, 24, 34 trusting god in the face of institutional pressure psalm 20 gods presence in our struggles at work psalm 23. A theological introduction to the book of psalms bookshare.
Clinton mccann jr taking his point of departure from the newest frontier of research, mccann reads the psalms in the context of their final shape and canonical form. Mccanns intent is to contribute to the churchs recovery of the psalms as torahas instruction, as a guide to prayer, praise. The book of psalms is the poetry of downright reality. Download a theological introduction to the book of psalms or read a theological introduction to the book of psalms online books in pdf, epub and mobi format. Harrisons an introduction to the old testament, pp. Taking his point of departure from the newest frontier of research, mccann reads the psalms in the context of their fina. Sold by resonnant living and ships from amazon fulfillment.
A theological introduction to the book of psalms interprets the psalms as scripture as well as in their character as songs, prayers, and poetry from israels history. An ordained minister in the presbyterian church usa, he served. Most recently, he served as consulting translator of the book of psalms for the common english bible, and he wrote the introduction to and annotations on the psalms for the ceb study bible 20. A theological introduction to the book of psalms ebook.
Buy a theological introduction to the book of psalms paperback at. A theological introduction to the book of psalms cokesbury. Encountering the book of psalms is an excellent, singlevolume, introduction to the psalms. The psalms may well be editorially 24 grouped in accordance with the history of the nation. Here, too, is strong theology not, however, any merely theoretic. Psalms 12 provide an introduction to the psalms as a whole. A literary and theological introduction encountering biblical studies. A theological introduction to the book of psalms ebook por. Psalms, theology of bakers evangelical dictionary of. Pdf download a theological introduction to the book of psalms. Lee a theological introduction to the book of psalms the psalms as torah por j. Introduction to psalms bible commentary theology of work. The psalter is for the most part a book of prayer and praise. A theological introduction to the book of psalms by clinton.
The introduction provides a detailed, and well documented introduction to metaphor and theological imagination. He interprets the psalms in their identity as scripture as well as in their character as songs, prayers, and poetry from israels history. Others instruct the reader in theology as the psalmists wrestle with the. In spite of this five book division, the psalter was clearly thought of as a whole, with an introduction and a conclusion. Mccanns intent is to contribute to the churchs recovery of the psalms as torahas instruction, as a guide to prayer, praise of god, and pious living. Encountering the book of psalms, 2nd edition baker publishing. In it faith speaks to god in prayer and of god in praise. A theological introduction to the book of psalms abingdon press. Except for psalms 10 and 33, the remaining psalms of book 1 are psalms of david. Intro to psalms biblica the international bible society.