The meaning of “ψάλλω”
Understanding psállō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably strengthened from (to rub or touch the surface make melody, sing (psalms). - compare ψώχω) - to twitch or twang...
ψάλλω
probably strengthened from (to rub or touch the surface make melody, sing (psalms). - compare ψώχω) - to twitch or twang, i.e. to play on a stringed instrument (celebrate the divine worship with music and accompanying odes)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 15:9 | “And that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy; as it is written, For this cause I will confess to thee among the Gentiles, and sing unto thy name.” Word: ψάλλω (psállō) | |
| 1 Corinthians 14:15 | “What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also.” Word: ψάλλω (psállō) | |
| Ephesians 5:19 | “Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;” Word: ψάλλω (psállō) | |
| James 5:13 | “Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.” Word: ψάλλω (psállō) |