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- Old Testament Hebrew words for Praise: Halal (haw-lal’)
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Apr 10, 2024 · This article will introduce you to 9 Hebrew words for worship and praise, each carrying its own unique shade of meaning and heart-stirring nuance. We’ll unpack their meanings, delve into their usage in Scripture, and reflect on their relevance in our spiritual practices today.
- Halal
- Yadah
- Zamar
- Todah
Strongs #1984 – to be clear (…of sound…); to shine, to make a show – to boast; to be clamourously foolish, make foolish – to rave, to celebrate, commend – to sing praise, renowned
Strongs #3034 – to use / hold out the hand, throw out hands – to revere or worship (with extended hands) – confession, praise, give thanks, thanksgiving
Strongs #2167 – to touch the strings or parts of a musical instrument – to play upon it, to make music accompanied by the voice – to celebrate in song and music – to strike (a musical instrument / strings) with fingers
Strongs #8426 – an extension of the hand, adoration, a choir of worshippers (Towdah) – confession, sacrifice of praise, thanks, thanksgiving
The following seven Hebrew words are translated into the English word praise. Let’s see how our expression of worship–or praise–changes from the original language of Old Testament Scripture. In particular, we will stay mostly in the book of Psalms to narrow what could be a large volume on its own!
The first Hebrew word is הָלַל halal (haw-lal’) a verb (Piel) meaning to praise. Followed by יָהּ Yahh (yaw) meaning Jah, the Lord. Greek Alleluia – G239 ἀλληλούϊα allelouia (al-lee-lou’-ya) heb.
- Psalms 150:1 - 127:6 - Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. (Read More...)
- John 4:23 - But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him.
- Psalms 100:2 - Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing.
- Psalms 150:6 - Let every thing that hath breath praise the LORD. Praise ye the LORD.
Psalm 138-139. King James Version. 138 I will praise thee with my whole heart: before the gods will I sing praise unto thee. 2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.
Just as in the Hebrew Bible, Alleluia occurs here in the context of worship. The expression halĕlû-yāh / Hallelujah/ Alleluia contains the name of the Lord Jehovah and has functioned as a joyful yet reverent expression of praise for his goodness and mercy for thousands of years.
