Leading Question: Robert Alter, in his book The Art of Biblical Poetry, argues that “poetry is not just a set of techniques for saying impressively what could be said otherwise. Rather, it is a particular way of imagining the world” (p. 151). What poem, or line from a poem, does this for you? Capturing your imagination, giving you a way to see God, yourself, others, or the world around you?

Scripture Focus: Psalm 25, Psalm 33, Psalm 121

The Big Idea: Knowing some basics about biblical poetry can enrich our engagement with scripture and deepen our connection to people now and ...