Psalms: A New Translation: Singing Version

by Joseph Gelineau

Book Overview

A new translation directly from the Hebrew and arranged to psalmistry. + This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0809116693
• Release Date: January 1963
• Publisher: Paulist Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.8" x 5.5"

Customer Reviews

The psalms: a new translation: singing version

A well presented book of psalms, & as the title implies, with little experience, can be chanted to the gelineau tones in the back pages. The accented text helps greatly in the correct singing, and the recommended tones assist in keeping with the theme of the psalm. I like anglican chant, though this method once learnt, can be simple and effective. It must be remmembered of course that this is from the grail version of psalms, and to a degree sacrifices doctrinal accurracy for singability, but nonetheless I recommend this book fo it's unique approach to singing the psalms.

chant lines included

I am Episcopal and recently discovered this translation of the Psalms in a monthly liturgical magazine - Magnificat. Because I liked the translation I ordered this book. A unique feature of this book is the chant music included at the end. Each psalm has a suggested chant melody, one that fits its structure and mood. Find the music at the back and you can chant the psalm. The only drawback is that the music is printed so small as to be almost unreadable. I got around this by making an enlarged copy of each page, and that works well for me.

Traditional Psalms

Do not be fooled by the title, "A New Translation". This is the Grail translation that is used by priests and religious throughout the English speaking world. It was done in 1963. There is no playing down of masculine imagery or cutting off of masculine pronouns. The introduction is very helpful in understanding the way in which each psalm is divided. A must own for those who pray the Divine Office.

Great for morning and evening prayers!

This book of psalms is a great addition to any prayer time. Music is also easy and understandable!It's definitely worth it...