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Poetry And The Bible

DAY 6 OF 9

Isaac Watts: The Poetry of Hymns and Spiritual Songs

Isaac Watts, prolific English hymnist, based one of his most famous hymns "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" on Galatians 6. Another one of his famous hymns, "Joy to the World," was based on his reinterpretation of Psalm 98.

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Poetry And The Bible

Museum of the Bible's eight-day plan highlights the poets who found inspiration and imagery in the Bible. The Bible includes poetry across its pages, including in the books of Job and Psalms. Join us as we explore the contributions of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, T.S. Eliot, Emma Lazarus, and more.

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