Hallelujah
TextsWhat is the meaning of Hallelujah in the Bible?
The word HALLELUJAH is a liturgical interjection found in Psalms, serving as an integral part of some songs or used at the beginning or end of others. It is also found in Revelation 19:1 as part of the song of the heavenly host.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
HALLELUJAH holds significant importance as a expression of praise and worship in Jewish and Christian traditions.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Hallelujah functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Hallelujah in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Hallelujah clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Revelation 19:1
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Hallelujah." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/hallelujah/