Hallel (Pesukei Dezimra)
Encyclopedia
Hallel of pesukei dezimra a selection of six psalms recited as part of pesukei dezimra — the introduction the daily morning service. This "Hallel" is specifically Ashrei
(most of which is Psalm 145
) followed by Psalms 146-150. The term Hallel without a qualifier general refers to Psalms 113-118
which are recited only of festivals; for this reason the Hallel of pesukei dezimra is also known as the "daily Hallel".
These psalms are recited because they are devoted entirely to the praise of God
.
Originally, this was the only part of pesukei dezimra. Its recitation was considered voluntary for a long time.
refers to one who recites Hallel daily as a blasphemer
. Talmud Bavli refers to one who recites it daily as praiseworthy. The recitation of these six psalms as an alternative to 113-118 is a compromise on this matter.
Ashrei
The Ashrei is a prayer that is recited at least three times daily in Jewish prayers, twice during Shacharit and once during Mincha. The prayer is composed primarily of Psalm 145 in its entirety, with a verse each from Psalms 84 and 144 added to the beginning, and a verse from Psalm 115 added to...
(most of which is Psalm 145
Psalm 145
-Judaism:*The majority of the prayer Ashrei that is recited thrice daily is Psalm 145 .*Verse 13 is found in the repetition to the Amidah on Rosh Hashanah....
) followed by Psalms 146-150. The term Hallel without a qualifier general refers to Psalms 113-118
Hallel
Hallel is a Jewish prayer—a verbatim recitation from Psalms 113–118, which is used for praise and thanksgiving that is recited by observant Jews on Jewish holidays.-Holy days:...
which are recited only of festivals; for this reason the Hallel of pesukei dezimra is also known as the "daily Hallel".
These psalms are recited because they are devoted entirely to the praise of God
God in Judaism
The conception of God in Judaism is strictly monotheistic. God is an absolute one indivisible incomparable being who is the ultimate cause of all existence. Jewish tradition teaches that the true aspect of God is incomprehensible and unknowable, and that it is only God's revealed aspect that...
.
Originally, this was the only part of pesukei dezimra. Its recitation was considered voluntary for a long time.
Views
There are contradictory views on the daily recitation of Hallel. The GemaraGemara
The Gemara is the component of the Talmud comprising rabbinical analysis of and commentary on the Mishnah. After the Mishnah was published by Rabbi Judah the Prince The Gemara (also transliterated Gemora or, less commonly, Gemorra; from Aramaic גמרא gamar; literally, "[to] study" or "learning by...
refers to one who recites Hallel daily as a blasphemer
Blasphemy
Blasphemy is irreverence towards religious or holy persons or things. Some countries have laws to punish blasphemy, while others have laws to give recourse to those who are offended by blasphemy...
. Talmud Bavli refers to one who recites it daily as praiseworthy. The recitation of these six psalms as an alternative to 113-118 is a compromise on this matter.