"An American Version of the Psalms of David. Suited to the State of the Church in the Present Age of the World" presents a unique adaptation of the biblical Psalms for an early 19th-century American audience. Authored by Abijah Davis, this work seeks to contextualize the ancient poetry of David within the religious and social landscape of the United States. This volume provides insight into the evolving interpretation of scripture and the effort to create uniquely American religious expressions. It will be of interest to scholars of American religious history, biblical studies, and the adaptation of classic texts.

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