Poetry and Prayer

Meir Soloveichik
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Jews Christians, and many others have long turned to the biblical Book of Psalms in moments of joy and sorrow. In this daily podcast, Rabbi Meir Soloveichik guides listeners through all 150 chapters, exploring their poetry, meaning, and enduring place in the life of faith.

  1. 11H AGO

    The Anav and the Nature of Humility

    The meaning of humility lies at the heart of a famous phrase in this psalm. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 37 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 37 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 37 in Hebrew and English. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of Poetry and Prayer is generously sponsored by Arlene & Steve Smith in honor of their children.

    8 min

  2. 1D AGO

    True Enlightenment in the Midst of Darkness

    A psalm's central verse is about genuine moral enlightenment. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 36 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 36 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 36 in Hebrew and English. Click here to watch Justice Antonin Scalia's speech about the Holocaust. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of Poetry and Prayer is generously sponsored by Arlene & Steve Smith in honor of their parents.

    8 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Psalm 35: The Psalm That United the Continental Congress

    Psalm 35 appears at an important moment in American history. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 35 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 35 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 35 in Hebrew and English. Click here to read "How the Bible Helped Smash the Crown" by Rabbi Soloveichik. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Mike Abram in honor of Vivian Garfein Abram and in memory of the late Rachel Fisher Abram.

    9 min

  4. 4D AGO

    Psalm 34: The Psalm of the Antic Disposition

    David feigns madness and composes a psalm. What does this teach us? Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 34 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 34 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 34 in Hebrew and English. Click here to read Samuel I 21:11-16. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Mark Bray in honor of his mother, Valerie Bray.

    8 min

  5. 5D AGO

    Psalm 33: The Purpose of Praise

    A reflection by C.S. Lewis allows us to better appreciate psalms of praise. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 33 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 33 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 33 in Hebrew and English. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Robert and Ilana Saposh.

    7 min

  6. 6D AGO

    Psalm 32: The Psalm of the Imperfect King

    David reveals his greatness through his imperfections. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 32 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 32 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 32 in Hebrew and English. Click here to read "David's Ankles: How Imperfections Could Bring Down the World's Most Perfect Statue" by Sam Anderson. Click here to view Rembrandt's "David in Prayer." — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Robert and Ilana Saposh.

    7 min

  7. JAN 6

    Psalm 31: The Heart of the Fugitive King

    David as fugitive is not the main image we have of this king in our imagination, but it is central to his story. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 31 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 31 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 31 in Hebrew and English. Click here to view the statue of Maimonides in Córdoba, Spain. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Drs. Ellen and Jay Steinberg.

    9 min

  8. JAN 5

    Psalm 30: Whose House Is It?

    An alternative grammatical reading of Psalm 30 calls attention to David's true legacy. Supplemental Materials: Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 30 in English. Click here to listen to a recitation of Psalm 30 in Hebrew. Click here to read Psalm 30 in Hebrew and English. — "Poetry & Prayer: A Daily Journey Through the Psalms" is generously sponsored by Ivan and Suzana Kaufman. This episode of "Poetry and Prayer" is generously sponsored by Drs. Ellen and Jay Steinberg.

    10 min
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Jews Christians, and many others have long turned to the biblical Book of Psalms in moments of joy and sorrow. In this daily podcast, Rabbi Meir Soloveichik guides listeners through all 150 chapters, exploring their poetry, meaning, and enduring place in the life of faith.

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  • Creator
    Meir Soloveichik
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    Poetry and Prayer