In three poems from "A Book of Hours," Michael Panitz weaves ancient Jewish wisdom with astronomical observation to illuminate perennial human questions. Through close textual analysis of "Autumn Generations," "Adar II," and "Marriage Made in Heaven," a sophisticated dialogue emerges between Hebrew biblical quotations and contemporary poetic forms. Drawing from Deuteronomy 20:19, the first poem contemplates human mortality through the lens of trees and seasonal transformation. The second navigates the intricate reconciliation of lunar and solar cycles in Jewish timekeeping, exploring the cultural implications of the leap month tradition. The third, anchored in Psalm 19:6, transforms celestial mechanics into metaphors for marital bonds. Across these works, Panitz deftly synthesizes traditional Jewish textual sources with scientific observation and personal reflection, demonstrating how biblical themes maintain their power to illuminate universal human experiences when reimagined through modern understanding of natural phenomena. The collection stands as a notable achievement in contemporary Jewish poetry, building vital bridges between ancient wisdom literature and current scientific knowledge.