The Psalmes of David

"The Psalmes of David" is a collection of biblical psalms translated into English verse. The Book of Psalms, found in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament, is a collection of 150 religious poems and songs attributed to King David.

 

These psalms cover a wide range of themes, including praise, thanksgiving, lament, and expressions of faith. Numerous translations and adaptations of the Psalms have been made over the centuries, aiming to render the poetic and spiritual qualities of the original texts into various languages.

 

The title "The Psalmes of David" is often associated with English translations or paraphrases of the Psalms that have been used for devotional and liturgical purposes. One notable historical version is the "Bay Psalm Book," which was the first book printed in British North America in 1640.

 

This version aimed for literal accuracy in translation, though its poetic qualities were often criticized. Subsequent translations, including those by poets like John Milton and others, have sought to capture both the religious essence and the artistic beauty of the Psalms.