PSALM PSALM—NOTE ON PSALMS 150:1. This hymn closes the Psalter with
its call for “everything that has breath” to praise the Lord with
every kind of jubilant accompaniment. The list of musical instruments
in vv. Psalms 150:3 generates the impression of loud song and
ceaseless motion—the worshiper’s w... [ Continue Reading ]
PSALM—NOTE ON PSALMS 150:3 Praising God fully requires more than
human voices. It also requires instruments as varied as TRUMPET, LUTE,
HARP, STRINGS, PIPE, and various CYMBALS. The psalm builds to a
resounding conclusion: LET EVERYTHING THAT HAS BREATH PRAISE THE LORD.
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