It's important to note that the reasons for learning the Psalms can vary widely among individuals and religious denominations. Some people may find great spiritual solace in the Psalms, while others may appreciate them primarily for their cultural and historical significance or literary beauty. Ultimately, the decision to learn the Psalms should align with one's personal beliefs, interests, and spiritual journey.
Within Central Psalms to Know, you will learn 10 significant psalms worth fully knowing. Each psalm in this book will let you compare the text of the Tanach, NIV and KJV of each. Each psalm will also provide you with some light commentary, historical facts and even some fun and interesting facts that you didn't know.
The exact dating of individual Psalms can be challenging, as they were authored by various writers in different historical and cultural contexts. Some of the Psalms can be traced back to the time of King David, who reigned in the 10th century BCE, while others were composed much later, even into the post-exilic period (5th century BCE and later).
The NIV was published in 1984, the KJV was published in 1611 and the Tanakh was canonized prior to 200 CE.
Dating is critical to scholars, as the closer you get to the source of something, the more accurate the translation. Hence, the Tanakh is the best translation source as it is the closest to the oral tradition passed down from generation to generation.
