Christ's Use of Psalm 117

The monthly music of the message column.

Lynne H. Wood

At the conclusion of the first communion .1-1 which Christ held with His disciples, the record says, "When they had sung a hymn [margin, "psalm"], they went out into the Mount of Olives." Matt. 26:30 ; Mark 14:26. Commentaries suggest the possibility of this song being the Passover hallel (Ps. 113-118), but we are told in "The Desire of Ages," page 672:

"Before leaving the upper chamber, the Saviour led His disciples in a song of praise. His voice was heard; not in the strains of some mournful lament, but in the joyful notes of the Passover hallel:

"'O Praise the Lord, all ye nations;

Praise Him all ye people.

For His merciful kindness is great toward us,

And the truth of the Lord endureth forever.

Praise ye the Lord.'"

It is beautiful to think of the peace and praise that filled the Saviour's breast as He resolutely turned His face toward the drinking of the bitter cup that immediately was offered to Him.

Professor Wargo, of Washington Missionary College, has put these words to music, and it would bring joy to many a heart, if upon leav­ing the communion service, we might sing the same words that the Master used, even though we do not have the same music. Try this com­position and see whether it does not fit the words beautifully. Then practice it with the congregation and use it to close your next communion service.

Lynn H. Wood


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Lynne H. Wood

June 1943

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