1 :a hymn or psalm sung to a traditional or composed melody in churchalso : a harmonization of a chorale melody a Bach chorale. 2 : chorus, choir. What is meant by antiphon? Antiphon, in Roman Catholic liturgical music,chant melody and text sung before and after a psalm verse, originall...
Psalm 92:1 For the Sabbath: these words indicate that in the post-Exilic temple liturgy this psalm was sung at the time of the morning sacrifice on the Sabbath or seventh day. Psalms sung on the other days were: Ps 24, first day; Ps 48, second day; Ps 82, third day; Ps 94, fou...
The role of the choirmaster was significant in ancient Israelite worship, as music was a central part of their religious expression. This highlights the communal aspect of the psalm, suggesting it was meant to be sung or recited by the congregation. A Psalm of David.Attributed to King David,...
Psalm 118 is part of the Hallel, a series of psalms (113-118) sung during Jewish festivals, particularly Passover, emphasizing deliverance and divine protection. Teaching PointsTrust in Divine SovereigntyTrusting in the LORD acknowledges His ultimate authority and control over all circumstances, ...
The psalm continued to be sung in Israel even when the kingship ended after the sixth century A.D.—but this time concerning a future Messianic King.By a very simple spiritual transposition, this psalm enables us to sing of the divine blessings granted to Christ, especially his Resurrection, ...
The psalmist expresses trust in God's protection.3. IsraelThe nation to whom the psalmist originally writes, representing God's chosen people who look to Him for help and protection.4. Pilgrimage to JerusalemThis psalm is part of the "Songs of Ascents," traditionally sung by pilgrims ...
Psalm 44:5 My: this psalm is sung in the name of all Israel. Psalm 44:6 Name: see note on Ps 5:12. Psalm 44:10 Only a lament can evoke the situation of that moment; we are doubtless at the time of the Exile, after 587 B.C. This prayer could have been utilized and adapted ...
Most probably these fifteen Psalms once formed a collection of Psalms sung when pilgrims went to Jerusalem, since one “ascended” to Jerusalem (1 Kgs 12:28; Ps 24:3; 122:4; Lk 2:42) or to the house of God or to an altar (1 Kgs 12:33; 2 Kgs 23:2; Ps 24:3). Less ...
The psalm continued to be sung in Israel even when the kingship ended after the sixth century A.D.—but this time concerning a future Messianic King.By a very simple spiritual transposition, this psalm enables us to sing of the divine blessings granted to Christ, especially his Resurrection, ...
The psalm continued to be sung in Israel even when the kingship ended after the sixth century A.D.—but this time concerning a future Messianic King.By a very simple spiritual transposition, this psalm enables us to sing of the divine blessings granted to Christ, especially his Resurrection, ...