Book 1 of Psalms is full of familiar passages and favourite hymns but also features a lot of prayers and songs of supplication and vindication. Alex and Jo explore the first 41 psalms and uncover some of the rich moments that inspire and encourage us, as well as those that point us to Jesus.

Resources/Links mentioned in this episode, or as references or helpful for Bible Streams:

• Book: John Walton (ed) - The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament
• Book: Longman & Enns (eds) - Dictionary of the Old Testament: Wisdom, Poetry & Writings
• Book: Robert Alter - The Book of the Psalms: A Translation with Commentary
• Book: Robert Alter - The Hebrew Bible: A Translation with Commentary
• Book: G. Grogan - Psalms
• Book: N. Declaisse-Walford - Introduction to the Psalms
• Web: Psalms on the Bible Project

Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. 

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