Publisher's Synopsis
The Psalms of David in Metre by John Brown is a book that contains the biblical book of Psalms translated into English and set to music. The book is divided into five sections, each corresponding to one of the five books of the Psalms. The first section contains Psalms 1-41, the second section contains Psalms 42-72, the third section contains Psalms 73-89, the fourth section contains Psalms 90-106, and the fifth section contains Psalms 107-150.The translation of the Psalms is done in a metrical format, which means that the text is set to a specific rhythm and rhyme scheme that makes it easier to sing. The metrical format used in this book is known as Common Meter, which is a specific pattern of syllables and stresses that is commonly used in English hymns.In addition to the translated text of the Psalms, the book also includes a preface by John Brown that provides some background information on the Psalms and their importance in Christian worship. The preface also includes some notes on the translation process and the decision to use the Common Meter format.Overall, The Psalms of David in Metre by John Brown is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Christian worship and music. The metrical format makes it easy to sing the Psalms in a congregational setting, and the translation is faithful to the original text while also being accessible to modern readers.1822. This work was translated and diligently compared with the original text and former translations; more plain, smooth and agreeable to the text than any before: allowed by the authority of the General Assembly of the Kirk of Scotland, and appointed to be sung in congregations and families, with notes exhibiting the connection, explaining the sense, and for directing and animating the devotion, to which are added translations and paraphrases in verse of several passages of sacred scripture with notes, explanatory and devotional.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.