hallel

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Definition of hallel in English English dictionary

{i} (Judaism) joyful recitation, song of praise, name given to the group of Psalms 113-118 which is recited and chanted during Jewish holidays (such as Passover, Shavuoth, Sukkoth and Rosh Hodesh)

Psalms 113-118; see Ch 33

Refers to the passages contained in Tehilliim/Psalms 113-118

(Judaism) a chant of praise (Psalms 113 through 118) used at Passover and Shabuoth and Sukkoth and Hanukkah and Rosh Hodesh

Hyphenation

Hal·lel