The Psalms of David by Isaac Watts
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| Author | Watts, Isaac, 1674-1748 |
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| Title |
The Psalms of David
Imitated in the Language of the New Testament and Applied to the Christian State and Worship |
| Note | Includes The Life of Isaac Watts, D.D. by Dr. Johnson. From his lives of the most eminent English Poets. |
| Credits | Produced by Lewis Jones |
| Summary | "The Psalms of David" by Isaac Watts is a collection of poetic adaptations of biblical psalms, likely written in the early 18th century. This work reinterprets the Psalms to fit Christian worship, transforming the language of the original texts to resonate with New Testament themes and the experiences of believers. It aims to connect readers with the spiritual essence of the psalms in a way that is accessible and relevant to contemporary Christian worship. At the start of the text, the author outlines his intention to adapt the Psalms for Christian use by stripping away their original cultural and historical contexts, focusing instead on universal themes of faith and redemption. Watts emphasizes that the psalms should reflect the Christian experience, often reinterpreting sharp invectives against personal enemies as spiritual adversaries. The early pages also include a biographical sketch of Isaac Watts, highlighting his profound devotion to scripture and ability to articulate theological truths through poetry. The work promises a blend of devotion, praise, and a reflection on spiritual themes that invites readers into a worshipful and contemplative state. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament |
| Subject | Hymns, English |
| Subject | Bible. Psalms -- Paraphrases, English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13166 |
| Release Date | Aug 12, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 152 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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