The Egyptian Hallel (Psalms 113-118) is a group of six Psalms sung especially at Passover to remember “when Israel went out from Egypt, the house of Jacob from a people of strange language” (Psalm 114:1). They celebrate God’s liberating acts for Israel, fostering trust in Israel’s ever-active God who displayed His mighty power in Israel’s exodus.
Because of their connection to Passover, it is widely believed Jesus had this collection of Psalms on his mind and lips as he awaited his arrest and execution (Matthew 26:30).
Text adapted from 150 Questions about the Psalter by Bradley Johnston.
Listen to the Egyptian Hallel
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Praise the Lord's Name (Psalm 113A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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When Isr'el Went Forth (Psalm 114A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Abundance |
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Not Unto Us, Lord (Psalm 115A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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O Israel, Trust in the Lord (Psalm 115B) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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How Fervently I Love the Lord (Psalm 116A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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I Still Believed (Psalm 116B) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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O All You Nations of the Earth (Psalm 117A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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O Thank the Lord, For He Is Good (Psalm 118A) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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All Earth's Nations Joined Together (Psalm 118C) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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Loud Shouts of Joy (Psalm 118D) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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Now Open Wide the Gates (Psalm 118E) The Book of Psalms for Worship | Hallel |
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