as in hymns
a religious song
after the sermon we sang a brief psalm
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Recent Examples of psalms
Kretzmer-Seed felt strongly about the inclusion of psalms from the Hallel service as well as a Spanish-Portuguese prayer for those in captivity, which was originally written for victims of the Spanish Inquisition.
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Marla Brown Fogelman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2025
In addition to memorizing the Psalms, Buz had just completed another play.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 25 July 2025
Simon released his latest solo album, Seven Psalms, in 2023.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 July 2025
According to a news release announcing the tour, Simon was inspired to play live again amid a desire to present Seven Psalms on stage.
—David Chiu, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
The news that a veteran artist is about to play their entire new album would typically elicit silent groans throughout a classic rock audience, or at least a stampede to the bathrooms or bar, but Seven Psalms is a remarkable achievement, and fans have had two years to process it.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2025
The cast also includes Carl Anthony Payne, Psalms, Haley Sims, and Guxci.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2025
All religions and all classical ethical thinkers of all kinds would sign their names to the chapter of Psalms that says:
God, who will live in your tent?
—Isaac Bashevis Singer, Harpers Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
As part of the hostage-prisoner exchange deal, Israel on Saturday was about to release around 600 Palestinians from jail, wearing sweatshirts with a verse from Psalms translated into Arabic about pursuing one's enemies.
—Kat Lonsdorf, NPR, 23 Feb. 2025
Marla Brown Fogelman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2025
In addition to memorizing the Psalms, Buz had just completed another play.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 25 July 2025
Simon released his latest solo album, Seven Psalms, in 2023.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 3 July 2025
According to a news release announcing the tour, Simon was inspired to play live again amid a desire to present Seven Psalms on stage.
—David Chiu, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
The news that a veteran artist is about to play their entire new album would typically elicit silent groans throughout a classic rock audience, or at least a stampede to the bathrooms or bar, but Seven Psalms is a remarkable achievement, and fans have had two years to process it.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2025
The cast also includes Carl Anthony Payne, Psalms, Haley Sims, and Guxci.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2025
All religions and all classical ethical thinkers of all kinds would sign their names to the chapter of Psalms that says:
God, who will live in your tent?
—Isaac Bashevis Singer, Harpers Magazine, 26 Mar. 2025
As part of the hostage-prisoner exchange deal, Israel on Saturday was about to release around 600 Palestinians from jail, wearing sweatshirts with a verse from Psalms translated into Arabic about pursuing one's enemies.
—Kat Lonsdorf, NPR, 23 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for psalms
Noun
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The sanctuary is now missing the familiar sounds of hymns and the children’s voices that once echoed through its halls.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
31 Aug. 2025
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The music that accompanies her is just as stick-to-the-ribs earthy, dipped in roadhouse soul, folkish hymns, barroom rock, and blues, without sounding like House of Blues nostalgia.—
EW Staff Published,
EW.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Kahan, known for his raw anthems, offers more insight into the inner workings of his heart in his lyrics than in public comments.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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From crunk anthems to clean eating and calm vibes, Lil Jon continues to redefine himself.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Psalms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/psalms. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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