The Assyrian and Hebrew Hymns of Praise

"The Assyrian and Hebrew Hymns of Praise" by Charles Gordon Cumming is a detailed exploration of ancient religious poems, drawing comparisons between Assyrian and Hebrew spiritual writings to reveal their cultural importance. Cumming begins by stating his aim to study both the creative and historical features of Hebrew psalms and Assyrian hymns, emphasizing shared elements with poetry from other old cultures. He recognizes that some texts have not survived completely, before embarking on a thorough analysis showing that not all Hebrew psalms are hymns but are part of a wider literary history, which encourages readers to appreciate the complexity of old sacred writings.