as in hymn
a religious song
after the sermon we sang a brief psalm
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Recent Examples of psalm
Gallagher is also excited about Psalms of the People (Salim Nan Daoine), Jack Archer’s Gaelic-language documentary about Scotland’s cultural heritage of traditional Gaelic psalm singing.
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Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
Like a typical Catholic Mass, scriptures, psalms and gospels will be read and the Holy Communion will be given.
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Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Each song presents a lyrical tapestry that carries messages from God, frequently drawing upon references to biblical psalms.
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Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
26 Nov. 2025
Muir read a psalm for protection and remarked on how journalists write the first draft of history while often covering trying events within the community.
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Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
19 Nov. 2025
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Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2026
Like a typical Catholic Mass, scriptures, psalms and gospels will be read and the Holy Communion will be given.
—
Alexa Herrera,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Each song presents a lyrical tapestry that carries messages from God, frequently drawing upon references to biblical psalms.
—
Ingrid Fajardo,
Billboard,
26 Nov. 2025
Muir read a psalm for protection and remarked on how journalists write the first draft of history while often covering trying events within the community.
—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
19 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for psalm
Noun
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The ceremony included Colombia's national anthem but also the rebel hymn of the Border Commandos -- the lyrics of which make no mention of the group's crimes.
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For centuries, spiritual hymns have kept hope alive, even more so for the enslaved.
Noun
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Pre-show festivities kicked off the event with DJs playing hits from their homeland and classic party anthems from the United States.
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My kumbaya heart nevertheless jumped as the anthem continued.
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“Psalm.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psalm. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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