The 150 Psalms are the most famous religious poems ever written. They have become so much a part of Western culture that many people are unaware that they come from the Hebrew Bible. Jewish tradition attributes authorship of the Book of Psalms to King David although some of the  Psalms clearly postdate his reign. The recitation of psalms is one of the most effective ways of beseeching God’s  mercy and can also be utilized for those in need of healing. Every Person’s Guide to the Book of Psalms is intended to introduce readers to the Book of Psalms, their meaning, and practical uses for them in one’s life.