Use Hallel in a sentence. How to use the word Hallel in a sentence? Sentence examples with the word Hallel.
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Definition of Hallel
Hallel a Hebrew word meaning “praise,” is usually used to refer to Psalms 113-118 and 136 in the Bible.
Examples of Hallel in a sentence
- In any case, Hallel is the cornerstone of our liturgy.
- What is the nature of Hallel?
- Since Hallel is a commandment, we must start it with a blessing.
- In the modern synagogue the Hallel is recited on the following occasions of public thanksgiving: Sukkot (Feast of Tabernacles), Passover (as well as at the Seder meal), Shavuot (Pentecost), and Hanukkah (Feast of Lights).
- In other words, Hallel deals with all of Jewish history from the birth of our nation to the establishment of the Messianic Era.
- On Rosh Hodesh (New Moon) and on the last six days of Passover, only the “half-Hallel” (which omits the first 11 verses of Psalms 115 and 116) is said.
- In Hallel we express our joy at past miracles and our faith in future miracles.
- Benedictions precede and follow the Hallel.
- It is possible that originally the Hallel designated six psalms of praise (Psalms 145-150), which are read in the synagogue during religious services every morning.
- Who was the first to recite Hallel?
- The Gemara then examines the structure of Hallel to see if it remained static, if it developed, or if it was expanded by King David.
- When we come to the end of Hallel, we ask God to save us and let us be successful.
- We conclude Hallel with a blessing that is not obligatory.
- Hallel is recited on holidays and on the semi-festival of the new moon (Rosh Hodesh).
- Hallel is a Jewish prayer that is recited in community as an act of praise and gratitude on holidays like Passover, Sukkot and Shavuot.
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