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# psalm
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## Definition
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A psalm is a sacred song, often a poem set to music. The Old Testament book of Psalms has a collection of these songs written by the Israelites.
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* Both Moses and King David wrote psalms that were used by the nation of Israel in their worship of God.
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* Psalms can be used to express joy, faith and reverence, as well as pain and sorrow.
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* In the New Testament, Christians are instructed to sing psalms to God as a form of worship.
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