01354nam a22002895i 4500 in00024273594 OSt 20251103124336.0 250618s2025 ctu 000 0 eng 2025941542 9781624281037 (paperback) 9781624281068 (epub) 9781624281044 (kindle edition) 24253993 DLC eng rda DLC pcc BS 1405.53 .A48 2025 Alter, Robert, 1935- author. 58791 Why Poetry in the Bible matters / Robert Alter. California ICCS Press 2025 76 p. The chadwick-oden lectures; 2 "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"-- 0 ibc orignew 2 epcn 20 y-gencatlg lcc BK 68720 68694 0 0 lcc 0 0 GEN CPL CPL PROC 2025-10-09 Donation - Michael... 10.00 0 BS 1405.53 .A48 2025 T01411W3232 2025-11-03 12:49:11 1 10.00 2025-11-03 BK