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Biblical hermeneutics

Poetic forms and settings

Read biblical poems in their settings, recognizing common poetic forms and handling difficult expressions with care.

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Where this chapter sits in the course

Lessons

Chapter 8 of 13 · 11 short lessons · 39 min
  1. 1Poetry in Bible translation3 min
  2. 2Psalm headings3 min
  3. 3Hebrew acrostic poems3 min
  4. 4Hymns of praise3 min
  5. 5Psalms of lament3 min
  6. 6Thanksgiving psalms3 min
  7. 7Psalms of trust3 min
  8. 8Royal psalms4 min
  9. 9Imprecatory psalms4 min
  10. 10Songs within biblical narratives4 min
  11. 11Challenge: Poetic forms and settings6 min

What you'll learn

  • Recognize common types of biblical psalms
  • Use poetic and historical clues with appropriate caution
  • Interpret difficult prayers and songs in context

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