Exploring C. S. Lewis' essay "The Psalms" which was a precursor to his 1958 book Reflections on the Psalms. In the first part of the essay, Lewis defends why modern Christians ought to pray the Psalms even though they are old and alien to us. While they are at times cruel and vindictive, and at others, appear self-righteous, they are what they claim to be — God's revelation. He guesses that they are useful to us as a way of dealing with our emotions, and provide self-reflection. Ultimately, because Jesus prayed them and the Church has benefited from following his example in doing so for thousands of years. 

Links to things mentioned in today's show:

The Mere C. S. Lewis Podcast episode on "Reflections on the Psalms"

The Wade Center Podcast episode on "Reflection on the Psalms" 

The work by Athanasius that Jordan was referring to is called "The Letter to Marcellinus."

If you want to read or listen to C. S. Lewis' "The Psalms" you can find links to it in many formats at pintswithjack.com/essays

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