He has devoted book length studies to fielding, stendhal, and the selfreflexive tradition in the novel. A translation with commentary by robert alter 2007, hardcover at the best online prices at. Nov 21, 2018 robert alters threevolume the hebrew bible. Attridge 2006, 117 pages within paperback i am the wrong reader for the psalms. Psalms with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. A complete, oneman translation of the old testament, twenty years in the making.
Alters the book of psalms captures the simplicity, the physicality, and the coiled rhythmic power of the hebrew, restoring the remarkable eloquence of these ancient poems. New revised standard version, general editor harold w. A translation with commentary by robert alter 2007, 548 page paperback the harpercollins. Robert alter s the book of psalms captures the simplicity, the physicality, and the coiled rhythmic power of the hebrew, restoring the remarkable eloquence of these ancient poems. Every psalm is treated with precision of the hebrew text. He regards the claims as editorial interpolations attempting to link. Baker commentary on the old testament wisdom and psalms 6. The complete psalms by pamela greenberg, psalms for praying by nan merrill, the psalms in other words by dom hubert van zeller, a book of psalms by stephen mitchell. A translation with commentary by robert alter at indigo. This psalm is one of those which have been called composite. One of newsweeks best books of the year and winner of the robert kirsch award for lifetime achievement a cornerstone of the scriptural canon, the book of psalms has been a source of solace and joy for countless readers over millennia. A translation with commentary ebook written by robert alter. A brilliant new translation and commentary of one of the bible s.
I picked up the three volume set recently and have thoroughly enjoyed reading it. O, listener to prayer, 3 unto you all flesh shall come. Translating the bible a conversation with robert alter youtube. Jan 08, 2019 alter even cites rashi so its a jewish commentary on the hebrew scriptures so alter s commentary view is understandable.
A translation with commentary kindle edition by alter, robert. Pdf overview of robert alter, the book of psalmsa translation. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. One of newsweeks best books of the year and winner of the robert kirsch award for lifetime achievement. Capturing its brilliantly compact poetry and finely wrought, purposeful prose, alter renews the old testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. And yet, from the perspective of the people of the book, the king james translation of the.
The book of psalms by robert alter books the guardian. A translation with commentary by robert alter 2007, 548 page paperback the harpercollins study bible. Alter brings to bear his expertise of the hebrew language, his sensitivity to hebrew poetry, his grasp of linguistics and grammar, and his breadth of knowledge of biblical manuscripts. Psalm 1 niv book i psalms 141 blessed is the bible gateway. Apr 27, 20 the book of psalms a translation with commentary by robert alter having listened to alter s translation and commentary on the book of genesis on the forgotten classics podcast, i was looking forward to reading this book and finding out more about the psalms. Alter has also written extensively on literary aspects of. This timeless poetry is beautifully wrought by a scholar whose translation of the five books of moses was hailed as a godsend by seamus heaney and a. It records, as has been said, the triumph of a warriors faith. This timeless poetry is beautifully wrought by a scholar whose translation of the five books of moses was hailed as a godsend by seamus heaney and a masterpiece by robert fagles. Jun 03, 2019 awardwinning biblical translator and acclaimed literary critic robert alter is the author of more than two dozen books including, most recently, the hebrew bible.
Known for his translations of biblical texts, alter has also written extensively on the european. Robert alters the book of psalms excels them all in both content and commentary. Robert alter near eastern studies university of california, berkeley. In this paper then i will summarize often in the authors own words and briefly comment on this informative introduction 2007. Paperback additional information from movie mars product description a commentated new translation of the book of psalms seeks to preserve and convey its powerful message and musical rhythms while lending insight into the texts obscurities, in a volume by the acclaimed translator of the five books of moses. Overview of robert alter, the book of psalms a translation with commentary. Pdf introduction to robert alterthe book of psalms, a. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the book of psalms. Robert alter, the book of psalms robert alter s recent commentary on the psalms provides a fresh translation and an accessible introduction to the psalms for the nonspecialist. About the author robert alter s translation of the hebrew bible, the magnificent capstone to a lifetime of distinguished scholarly work, has won the pen center literary award for translation. Psalms 7 clearly refers to the babylonian captivity. The book of psalms is the first and main book of the third part of the hebrew bible, of the writings hebr. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. While his brief versebyverse commentary is not the main focus of the book, alter s comments are helpful and scholarly.
A translation with commentary by robert alter online at alibris. Robert alter s recent commentary on the psalms provides a fresh translation and an accessible introduction to the psalms for the nonspecialist. A translation with commentary, denies the historical validity of such statements. Reviews and ratings of biblical, theological, and practical christian works. Robert alter, professor of hebrew and comparative literature at the university of california, has finished his masterpiece, the hebrew bible. Overall im enjoying robert alter s english translation of the hebrew bible and i am reading it in conjunction with n. A translation with commentary 9780393337044 by alter, robert and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. As a literary critic, alter s readings are nuanced and insightful. The introduction covers the historical and literary background of the psalms. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. May 21, 2019 robert alter, professor of hebrew and comparative literature at the university of california, has finished his masterpiece, the hebrew bible. The 1611 king james authorised version of the book of psalms and of course of the entire bible is so deep in the english language that we no longer know when we are repeating its phrases.
Awardwinning biblical translator and acclaimed literary critic robert alter is the author of more than two dozen books including, most recently. A translation with commentary by robert alter, alter, r. After more than two decades of work, a new hebrew bible to rival. Robert alter completes his monumental translation of the. According to many researchers it was ezra, the priest and scribe, himself who completed the final collection of the psalms ezra 3. Israeli writers and their problems, commentary, july, 1962. Buy a cheap copy of the book of psalms by robert alter. His learned and insightful commentary shines a light on the obscurities of the text. A translation with a commentary is a literary masterpiece. The book of psalms a cornerstone of the scriptural canon, the book of psalms has been a source of solace and joy for countless readers over millennia. A cornerstone of the scriptural canon, the book of psalms. Author robert alter, a professor of hebrew at berkeley, has expertly translated each of the 150 psalms from hebrew into english and then offered a detailed commentary on eachalmost, but not quiteverse by verse.
A translation with commentary by robert alter available from rakuten kobo. Scholar and translator robert alter is the author of more than 20 books of criticism, translation, and commentary. This is the version in the king james, verses 2627. A masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, robert alters translation of the hebrew bible, now complete, reanimates one of the formative works of our culture. The book of gimp a complete guide to nearly everything, the cherry cola book club, and many other ebooks. A translation with commentary by alter, robert and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He earned his ba from columbia university and phd from harvard university. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the book of psalms. Wrights english translation of the new testament called the kingdom new testament and the new english. Later jewish tradition made this the first in a sequence of psalms chanted as a prelude to the fridayevening prayer for welcoming the sabbath, evidently because the sabbath was seen as a celebration of creation. Robert alter books list of books by author robert alter. His learned and insightful commentary illuminates the obscurities of the text. Now that he has completed the magisterial project, it is available in its entirety as a threevolume set.
A translation with commentary 2nd imp by alter, robert isbn. The book of psalms a translation with commentary by robert alter having listened to alter s translation and commentary on the book of genesis on the forgotten classics podcast, i was looking forward to reading this book and finding out more about the psalms. A cornerstone of the scriptural canon, the book of psalms has been a source of solace and joy for countless readers over millennia. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither whatever they do prospers. Robert alter offers a translation of the hebrew scriptures in a way that captures the intended poetry like no other modern translation.
A translation with commentary by robert alter 560pp, ww norton. Jun 27, 2017 robert alter s the book of psalms excels them all in both content and commentary. Paul beauchamps book on the psalms is not a commentary on the psalms like robert alters the book of psalms. The achievement of this new translation is to present the book of psalms as a wonder of ancient literature. Sep 17, 2007 robert alter, a professor of hebrew and comparative literature at the university of california berkeley, has published a new translation of the psalms, the book of psalms. Let us take a verse from psalm, central to jewish prayer.
Robert alter, a professor of hebrew and comparative literature at the university of california berkeley, has published a new translation of the psalms, the book of psalms. Ive read other single translations of the book of psalms. This essay discusses how robert alter enters into the scholarly debate of analyzing the book of psalms and places it in its historical context. The book of psalms read march 10 to november 17 i read two versions with notes the book of psalms. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them. Since he began, alter s translation has been published in segments. Book i psalms 141 blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers, but whose delight is in the law of the lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. The preeminent scholar robert alter has finally finished his own translation. We have made it easy for you to find a pdf ebooks without any digging. You can find the best commentary on psalms for you using the tools on the right side. Paul beauchamps book on the psalms is not a commentary on the psalms like robert alter s the book of psalms. The book of psalms quotes by robert alter goodreads. He effectively summarizes his earlier work on biblical poetry and describes the difficulties of translating psalms. Robert alter has accomplished the monumental feat, 22 years in the making, of singlehandedly translating the hebrew bible into english.