They Had Sung an Hymn

They Had Sung an Hymn

And when they had sung an hymn, they went out into the mount of Olives. Mark 14:26

The Jews observed the Passover by singing or chanting the Hallel or Hallelujah. It consists of a recitation from Psalms 113-118 which is used for praise and thanksgiving. Psalms 113-114 were usually sung before the meal and Psalms 115-118 were sung at the close.

There is little doubt but that this is what Jesus and the disciples sang before departing to the mount of Olives.

 

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