Bringing the Psalms to Life by Daniel Polish

Bringing the Psalms to Life by Daniel Polish

Creative ways we can understand the psalms . and use their power to enrich our lives.

What is the mysterious power of psalms, the power that has made them beloved for thousands of years? This inspiring introduction shows us not only how to read the psalms with understanding, but how we can bring them into our lives, in:

• Facing our enemies
• Dealing with anger
• Overcoming feeling let down or abandoned
• Coping with sickness--in ourselves or those we love
• Expressing our thanks

A creative and personal firsthand approach to the Book of Psalms, it offers stories and examples that help us interpret and explore the unusual power of the psalms--and use them to enrich our lives.

Daniel F. Polish, PhD, frequently teaches interfaith audiences at the Center for Religious Inquiry at St. Bartholomew's Church in New York City. He is author of Talking about God: Exploring the Meaning of Religious Life with Kierkegaard, Buber, Tillich and Heschel (SkyLight Paths); Bringing the Psalms to Life: How to Understand and Use the Book of Psalms and Keeping Faith with the Psalms: Deepen Your Relationship with God Using the Book of Psalms (both Jewish Lights), and has been a congregational rabbi for over thirty years.

Daniel F. Polish is available to speak on the following topics:

• Jewish-Christian Relations: Accomplishments and Challenge
• How to Make the Psalms Work for You
• What Can Four Great Modern Theologians Tell Us About Our Religious Lives?
• Jewish Religion and the Traditions of the East
• Abraham, the Father of Three Faiths

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