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by Meir Soloveichik
Jews Christians, and many others have long turned to the biblical Book of Psalms in moments of joy and sorrow. In this daily podcast, Rabbi Meir Soloveichik guides listeners through all 150 chapters, exploring their poetry, meaning, and enduring place in the life of faith.
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- Today5 min
Psalm 144: David's Thanksgiving
David gives gratitude to God for his victory in battle and for the prosperity of his kingdom. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 144 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 144 in Hebrew. <a href= "https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.144?ven
- Yesterday5 min
Psalm 143: God's Tzedek and the Human Being
A word central to biblical ethics is at the heart of this psalm. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 143 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 143 in Hebrew. <a href= "https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.143?ven=english|The_Koren_Jerusalem_Bible&lang=bi" target="_blank" rel="noopener nor
- 2 days ago5 min
Psalm 142: David's Cave and Plato's Cave
Psalm 142 inspires us to contrast two very different texts about caves. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 142 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 142 in Hebrew. <a href= "https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.142?ven=english|The_Koren_Jerusalem_Bible&lang=bi" target="_blank" rel="n
- 3 days ago5 min
Psalm 141: The Incense Offering and the Offering of One's Heart
A comparison between prayer and a rite in the Temple illuminates both. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 141 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 141 in Hebrew. <a href= "https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.141?ven=english|The_Koren_Jerusalem_Bible&lang=bi" target="_blank" rel="no
- 4 days ago5 min
Psalm 140: The Sharpened Tongue
A verb in Psalm 140 has a parallel and a very different context in the sh'ma. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 140 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 140 in Hebre
- 5 days ago5 min
Psalm 139: The Almighty and Infinity
In Psalm 139, David ponders the omniscience and omnipresence of the Almighty. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 139 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 139 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 139 in Hebrew and English. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman.
- 1 weeks ago5 min
Psalm 138: The Strings and Heart of David
David speaks of praising God with a "whole heart." What does that mean? Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 138 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 138 in Hebrew. <a href= "https://www.sefaria.org/Psalms.138?ven=english|The_Koren_Jerusalem_Bible&lang=
- 1 weeks ago6 min
Psalm 150: The Great Hallel and the Fifth Cup
Psalm 136 may play a special role in the Passover Seder. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 136 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 136 in Hebrew. Click
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Jews Christians, and many others have long turned to the biblical Book of Psalms in moments of joy and sorrow. In this daily podcast, Rabbi Meir Soloveichik guides listeners through all 150 chapters, exploring their poetry, meaning, and enduring place in the life of faith.
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