Between the Psalms and the Twelve

""This collection of essays amounts to a quite ambitious attempt to explore a 'conversation' between two quite distinct texts, the Psalter and the twelve minor prophets. As in any such collection of essays, there are rich variations in method and perspective. The roster of contributors is impressive in its international inclusiveness. Three senior scholars add considerable heft to the collection. David Firth considers the problem of theodicy in the book of Habakkuk, Marvin Sweeney explores covenant in the two textual corpuses, and Clint McCann reflects on 'righteousness and justice' in the book of Amos. The sum of the collection is a rich offer that invites close and lingering attentiveness."" --Walter Brueggemann, William Marcellus McPheeters Professor of Old Testament Emeritus, Columbia Theological Seminary ""Study of the Psalms and the Twelve has often taken place in isolation, but in Between the Psalms and the Twelve we find the hermeneutical value of intertwining these two fields. Ayars and Ho have gathered together both emerging and senior voices and the results offer new insights enriched by their common purpose. This volume provides orientation to anyone beginning in this field while also challenging those who have long studied these biblical corpora in isolation. A worthy read!"" --Mark J. Boda, professor of Old Testament, McMaster Divinity College, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada