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Yale University

Biblical Poetry: Psalms and Song of Songs - Lecture 21

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Explore the intricacies of Biblical poetry in this 49-minute lecture from Yale University's "Introduction to the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible)" course. Delve into the Writings, the third section of the Bible, and examine the canonical criticism approach to biblical studies. Investigate the Book of Ecclesiastes and its challenge to conventional religious thinking. Gain insights into the Book of Psalms, analyzing its genre, purpose, and distinctive language. Learn about the complexities of dating biblical texts and understand the themes and formal characteristics present in the Psalms. This lecture, part of a comprehensive course on the Hebrew Bible, offers a scholarly exploration of these significant religious texts.

Syllabus

- Chapter 1. Remarks for Final Paper .
- Chapter 2. The Problem of Dating; Canonical Criticism .
- Chapter 3. The Book of Ecclesiastes .
- Chapter 4. Introduction to the Book of Psalms .
- Chapter 5. Themes and Formal Characteristics in the Book of Psalms .

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