Sacred Music

3 words in this vocabulary list

noun a hymn or expression of praise or thanksgiving, especially in the Christian liturgy

  • The choir sang alleluia during the church service.
  • We all shouted alleluia when we found out we passed the exam.
  • I can't wait to shout alleluia at the concert tonight!
  • The victory was like an alleluia moment for the team.

noun the customary public worship performed by a religious group, according to its beliefs, customs, and traditions

  • The liturgy of the Catholic Church is rich in tradition and symbolism.
  • We're expected to attend the liturgy on Sunday mornings.
  • I find the whole liturgy thing kind of boring, to be honest.
  • The liturgy of a successful business includes regular team meetings and goal-setting sessions.

noun A book containing the Book of Psalms from the Bible

  • The psalmbook contains a collection of religious hymns and prayers.
  • I found my grandma's old psalmbook in the attic.
  • Check out this cool psalmbook I picked up at the thrift store.
  • Her voice was like a psalmbook, soothing and comforting to all who heard it.