en_tw/bible/kt/psalm.md

1.1 KiB

psalm

praise in song, psalmist, psalm of praise, song

Definition:

The term "psalm" refers to a sacred song, often in the form of a poem that was written to be sung.

  • The Old Testament Book of Psalms has a collection of these songs written by King David and other Israelites such as Moses, Solomon, and Asaph, among others.
  • The psalms were used by the nation of Israel in their worship of God.
  • Psalms can be used to express joy, faith, and reverence, as well as pain and sorrow.
  • In the New Testament, Christians are instructed to sing psalms to God as a way of worshiping him.
  • A "psalmist" is someone who composes or sings psalms.

(See also: David, faith, joy, Moses, holy)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: H2158, H2167, H4210, G5567, G5568

Forms Found in the English ULB:

praise ... in song, psalm, psalmist, psalms, psalms of praise, songs