Bible
Music Increased the Performer’s and Listener’s Understanding
Our
English word music is derived from the word muse that
means "to think".
From as far back in history as there is a record of music, it has been
considered by some cultures as not only an emotional but also an intellectual
art form. Although the ancient music of the Bible was definitely
an art form, it was not merely an art form to be consumed on man’s desires
and pleasures. The Ancient Hebrews did
not consider it to be primarily an art form but rather a means of connection
with YHVH.
The
music of the Bible was not written by heady high-minded composers who
were seekers of musical artistic self-actualization, entertainment, fame,
and fortune. Music was created by JHVH
as a means to honor and worship the blessed trinity. It was created for God's
glory and man’s edification, education, and enjoyment as part of the abundant (perissos 4053) of life God created
for His created beings. There is also music mentioned in the Bible that
did not honor God. However, the Bible does not put a premium or approval
on such music. As a matter of fact, the Bible condemns it. (Exodus 32,
Amos 6, Isaiah 23).
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