Chapter 1
The First Family: Singing about Paradise and Pain

The Biblical Texts
Songs of Creation
Songs East of Eden
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 2
Surviving the Storm: Singing about the Flood

The Biblical Texts
Songs of the Flood
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 3
Family Matters: Singing about the Ancestors

The Biblical Texts
Songs about the Ancestors
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 4
Let Me Out: Singing about the Exodus

The Biblical Texts
Songs of Exodus
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 5
The High and Mighty: Singing about Warriors, Kings, and Queens

The Biblical Texts
Songs about Heroes and Villains
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 6
The Poet's Poets: Singing about Psalms and Wisdom Literature

The Biblical Texts
Songs about Psalms, Wisdom, and Romance
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Chapter 7
Shouting in the Wind: Singing about the Prophets

The Biblical Texts
Songs of a Prophetic Voice
Summary and Questions for Reflection

Conclusion:
A Personal Retrospective

Using the Song Charts