הָלַל
ha.lal (H1984B)
to boast: praise
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "הָלַל" (ha.lal) is found 122 times in the Bible and is defined as "to boast: praise." At its core, it refers to an action of expressing admiration or commendation, often in a loud or public manner. This verb can convey a range of emotions and contexts, from celebrating a triumph or achievement to singing the praises of someone or something. The significant presence of "הָלַל" throughout the Bible highlights its importance in Hebrew culture and language. It seems to be an integral aspect of how people interact with one another and express their feelings, whether in formal or informal settings. Its repeated occurrence underscores the value placed on communal celebration, recognition, and admiration. As a component of biblical language, "הָלַל" offers a window into the values, customs, and interactions of ancient Hebrew society, particularly in relation to praise and expression of admiration. This verb's multifaceted nature – ranging from triumphant declarations to heartfelt adoration – suggests a dynamic and emotive element in Hebrew communication.
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The princes of Pharaoh saw her, and praised her to Pharaoh; and the woman was taken into Pharaoh’s house.
When the people saw him, they praised their god; for they said, “Our god has delivered our enemy and the destroyer of our country, who has slain many of us, into our hand.”
Now in all Israel there was no one to be so much praised as Absalom for his beauty. From the sole of his foot even to the crown of his head there was no defect in him.
I call on Yahweh, who is worthy to be praised; So shall I be saved from my enemies.
He appointed some of the Levites to minister before Yahweh’s ark, and to commemorate, to thank, and to praise Yahweh, the God of Israel:
For great is Yahweh, and greatly to be praised. He also is to be feared above all gods.
Blessed be Yahweh, the God of Israel, from everlasting even to everlasting. All the people said, “Amen,” and praised Yahweh.
four thousand were doorkeepers, and four thousand praised Yahweh with the instruments which I made for giving praise.”
and to stand every morning to thank and praise Yahweh, and likewise in the evening;
Of Jeduthun, the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah, six, under the hands of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied in giving thanks and praising Yahweh with the harp.
Now therefore, our God, we thank you, and praise your glorious name.
when the trumpeters and singers were as one, to make one sound to be heard in praising and thanking Yahweh; and when they lifted up their voice with the trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised Yahweh, saying, “For he is good; for his loving kindness endures forever!” then the house was filled with a cloud, even Yahweh’s house,
The priests stood, according to their positions; the Levites also with instruments of music of Yahweh, which David the king had made to give thanks to Yahweh, when David praised by their ministry, saying “For his loving kindness endures forever.” The priests sounded trumpets before them; and all Israel stood.
He appointed, according to the ordinance of David his father, the divisions of the priests to their service, and the Levites to their offices, to praise and to minister before the priests, as the duty of every day required; the doorkeepers also by their divisions at every gate, for David the man of God had so commanded.
The Levites, of the children of the Kohathites and of the children of the Korahites, stood up to praise Yahweh, the God of Israel, with an exceedingly loud voice.
When he had taken counsel with the people, he appointed those who were to sing to Yahweh, and give praise in holy array, as they go out before the army, and say, “Give thanks to Yahweh; for his loving kindness endures forever.”
When Athaliah heard the noise of the people running and praising the king, she came to the people into Yahweh’s house.
Then she looked, and, behold, the king stood by his pillar at the entrance, and the captains and the trumpets by the king. All the people of the land rejoiced, and blew trumpets. The singers also played musical instruments, and led the singing of praise. Then Athaliah tore her clothes, and said, “Treason! treason!”
Moreover Hezekiah the king and the princes commanded the Levites to sing praises to Yahweh with the words of David, and of Asaph the seer. They sang praises with gladness, and they bowed their heads and worshiped.
The children of Israel who were present at Jerusalem kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with great gladness. The Levites and the priests praised Yahweh day by day, singing with loud instruments to Yahweh.
Hezekiah appointed the divisions of the priests and the Levites after their divisions, every man according to his service, both the priests and the Levites, for burnt offerings and for peace offerings, to minister, to give thanks, and to praise in the gates of Yahweh’s camp.
When the builders laid the foundation of Yahweh’s temple, they set the priests in their clothing with trumpets, with the Levites the sons of Asaph with cymbals, to praise Yahweh, according to the directions of David king of Israel.
They sang to one another in praising and giving thanks to Yahweh, “For he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever toward Israel.” All the people shouted with a great shout, when they praised Yahweh, because the foundation of Yahweh’s house had been laid.
Also I shook out my lap, and said, “So may God shake out every man from his house, and from his labor, that doesn’t perform this promise; even may he be shaken out and emptied like this.” All the assembly said, “Amen,” and praised Yahweh. The people did according to this promise.
The chiefs of the Levites: Hashabiah, Sherebiah, and Jeshua the son of Kadmiel, with their brothers close to them, to praise and give thanks, according to the commandment of David the man of God, watch next to watch.
I call on Yahweh, who is worthy to be praised; and I am saved from my enemies.
I will declare your name to my brothers. Among the assembly, I will praise you.
You who fear Yahweh, praise him! All you descendants of Jacob, glorify him! Stand in awe of him, all you descendants of Israel!
The humble shall eat and be satisfied. They shall praise Yahweh who seek after him. Let your hearts live forever.
I will give you thanks in the great assembly. I will praise you among many people.
Great is Yahweh, and greatly to be praised, in the city of our God, in his holy mountain.
In God, I praise his word. In God, I put my trust. I will not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?
My soul shall be satisfied as with the richest food. My mouth shall praise you with joyful lips,
I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify him with thanksgiving.
Let heaven and earth praise him; the seas, and everything that moves therein!
Don’t let the oppressed return ashamed. Let the poor and needy praise your name.
Fire devoured their young men. Their virgins had no wedding song.
Blessed are those who dwell in your house. They are always praising you.
For Yahweh is great, and greatly to be praised! He is to be feared above all gods.
This will be written for the generation to come. A people which will be created will praise Yah.
Let sinners be consumed out of the earth. Let the wicked be no more. Bless Yahweh, my soul. Praise Yah!
Praise Yahweh! Give thanks to Yahweh, for he is good, for his loving kindness endures forever.
Blessed be Yahweh, the God of Israel, from everlasting even to everlasting! Let all the people say, “Amen.” Praise Yah!
Let them exalt him also in the assembly of the people, and praise him in the seat of the elders.
I will give great thanks to Yahweh with my mouth. Yes, I will praise him among the multitude.
Praise Yah! I will give thanks to Yahweh with my whole heart, in the council of the upright, and in the congregation.
Praise Yah! Blessed is the man who fears Yahweh, who delights greatly in his commandments.
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