Though not reckoned as a scripture scholar in any conventional sense, Robert Alter has affected the study of the Hebrew Bible in immense ways. His influence stems primarily from two remarkable books, ...

Q: I read your column every Sunday in my local Harrisburg, Pa., Patriot News. Last week, my adult Sunday School class (conducted on Zoom) asked for a volunteer to take over in April. I decided I would ...

When reading the Psalms, you understand that He is omnipresent and wants you to draw near to Him. Psalms are forever relatable, which is why they are the most frequently read book in the Bible. Jesus ...