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Anonymous |
| Title |
The Bible, King James version, Book 19: Psalms
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psalms
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
This eBook was produced by David Widger with the help of Derek Andrew's text from January 1992 and the work of Bryan Taylor in November 2002
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| Summary |
"The Bible, King James version, Book 19: Psalms" by Anonymous is a collection of sacred poetry that is believed to have been written over a span of many centuries, encompassing the ancient to early biblical times. This influential text serves as a cornerstone of religious and spiritual literature, encapsulating themes of worship, lamentation, praise, and moral instruction centered around the relationship between God and humanity, as expressed through the voices of various psalmists. The opening of Psalms introduces a range of emotions and reflections, from deep despair to triumphant praise. The verses emphasize the blessedness of the righteous and the peril of the ungodly, contrasting their fates. The initial chapters notably explore themes of divine guidance and protection, the anguish of feeling forsaken, and the longing for God's presence amidst suffering. Through poetic imagery, the speaker expresses a yearning for God’s salvation and mercy, hinting at the universal spiritual struggles of faith and hope in times of distress. Overall, this opening portion sets the tone for the deeper contemplations and rich symbolism that characterize the full breadth of the Psalms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
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| Subject |
Bible. Psalms
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8019 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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