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Why Poetry in the Bible matters / Robert Alter.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: The chadwick-oden lectures ; 2Publication details: California ICCS Press 2025Description: 76 pISBN:
  • 9781624281037
LOC classification:
  • BS 1405.53 .A48 2025
Summary: "In "Why Poetry in the Bible Matters," Robert Alter illuminates the profound impact of biblical poetry, revealing how its unique forms and evocative language have shaped theological and philosophical thought for millennia. This insightful exploration uncovers the rich historical and cultural contexts that enrich these ancient texts, demonstrating how poetry serves as a powerful medium for engaging with the divine and with human experience. An essential read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of biblical literature"--
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"In "Why Poetry in the Bible Matters," Robert Alter illuminates the profound impact of biblical poetry, revealing how its unique forms and evocative language have shaped theological and philosophical thought for millennia. This insightful exploration uncovers the rich historical and cultural contexts that enrich these ancient texts, demonstrating how poetry serves as a powerful medium for engaging with the divine and with human experience. An essential read for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of biblical literature"--

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