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Originally Posted by Davidius  Hook, line and sinker!
Which psalms are you referring to, though? The only two I can think of off the top of my head are 149 and 150, but you make it sound like there are more, so perhaps I am missing some. |
These are the two psalms. 149 tells how we are to praise God in the assembly of the saints. 150 is about in His sanctuary. There are the historical examples of Miriam by the Red Sea and David with the bringing of the ark.
In modern Hebrew culture, dance is important--we did a lot of it in a Messianic Jewish congregation. It is not sensual as it involves moving arms and legs, not swinging pelvises. There is no physical contact between the sexes.
My theory as to why this is commended is that it bridges the 18-inch gap between head and heart. My unspiritual gift is, like the Hebrews, complaining, having pity parties. Dancing to the psalms of praise is a powerful antidote; it will abolish the most pitiful complaints by substituting a spirit of praise.
How many times does the scripture have to make a statement before we believe and act?