What Psalms do Jews sing? A friend tells me that Jews only sing the Hallel Psalms. Is this true?
Psalms was composed by King David and others to be a vehicle of expression, praise, song and prayer to God. It is also the source for many Jewish ideas and concepts . The Book of Psalms is also a volume of Writings which is an integral part of the Bible. The text requires much in-depth study to fully appreciate and comprehend all the vast and infinite wisdom that it contains and imparts.
Many chapters of Psalms are incorporated into the Daily prayers that a Jew recites. Psalms are also encapsulated into many other festivals and lifecycle events that shape Jewish Life. Included in those prayers are the chapters of Psalms that compose the prayer known as “Hallel”
Psalms have a special place in every Jewish heart. It’s fervent wishes and inspirational words have conveyed the innermost yearnings of devout Jews throughout the ages. It’s eternal and redeeming themes have given courage and fortitude to the masses during many trying times.