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Psalms

Verb / sɑ:lmz / / sɑ:mz / Another word for psalms — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Psalms are a collection of religious songs or poems, originally written in Hebrew.

Synonyms & similar words

psalms bookofpsalms psalm hymns songs chants praises worship devotions liturgies spirituals anthems canticles carols odes choruses melodies arias ballads lyrics sonnets odes dirges

Synonyms by register

Formal

hymns odes canticles anthems

Literary

songs of praise sacred verses divine lyrics

Antonyms

profanity blasphemy sacrilege heresy irreligion impiety

Common collocations

  • book of psalms
  • sing psalms
  • read psalms
  • psalms of david
  • psalms of praise
  • psalms of lament
  • psalms of thanksgiving

Word family

noun psalm

Usage note

Psalms primarily refers to the biblical book of songs and prayers. While it can be used more broadly for any sacred song, this is less common.

Example sentences

  1. I read the psalms every night before bed.
  2. The choir sang beautiful psalms during the service.
  3. The book of Psalms is an important part of the Bible.
  4. My favorite psalm is Psalm 23.
  5. We learned a new psalm in Sunday school today.

Quotes

  • 'The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.' - Psalm 23:1
  • 'I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.' - Psalm 121:1-2
  • 'Be still, and know that I am God.' - Psalm 46:10

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