Psalm 1: Psalms in a Gulag and on a Gameshow

from Poetry and Prayer · host Meir Soloveichik

Psalms is a book in which God is praised. Why then does it begin with praise for man? Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalms 1 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalms 1 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalms 1 in Hebrew and English. Click here to read "The Unexpected Psalm of Thanksgiving" by Rabbi Soloveichik. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry & Prayer" is generously sponsored by Warren and Susan Stern.

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