Hand
clapping started long ago. Hand clapping may be common for some, but
have you ever really thought about some of the reasons people clap
their hands? What are some of the reasons that children clap their
hands?
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History
Applause,
was a sign of acclamation in the Ancient world. By applauding a
performer we are giving that performer a pat on the back. Did you
know that clapping in the Western Culture was in the theater. Also,
politicians gauged their standing with the people by the applauds
they received when they entered the arena. Do politicians today
gauge from the applauds they get when giving a speech? What about
when you hear a good sermon, do you clap your hands to let the
minister no that you appreciate it? Everyone likes to be
appreciated. Hand clapping is one way to do this.
Hand Clapping in Church
Psalm
47:1, “Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples! Shout to God with the
voice of triumph! The bible talks about clapping your hands and
shouting to God. When I look back over my life, the first church I
attended was a Methodist Church. There was no hand clapping in that
church. Nor very little in the second church I attended which was a
Baptist church. When I first started attending my present church, I
was not used to clapping during the praise and worship. In fact,
there was so much clapping and praising I asked my daughter are you
sure this is a Baptist church and not sanctified? I have observed
that more Baptist churches are clapping and praising and as of today
it is just natural for me to clap during the praise and worship. I
am clapping and praising God, not anyone else.
I
have visited several churches including my daughter’s church in the
south. I was so comfortable at her church, it was almost like being
at my own. The clapping and praise was awesome. I noticed a few just
sitting around and just looking, but that is their right to do so.
What about you? Do you clap your hands during your morning worship
at church?
Attention:
You
can also clap your hands to get someone's attention.
The
Song “Clap Your Hands”
I
have seen many children sing this song, “If your Happy and you know
it, clap your hands.” When you think about the lyrics, it makes
sense, you are clapping to signify that you are happy. I have
observed that it is a real catchy tune that children really seem to
like. I have also observed that adults like it as well.
Some
hand clapping issues revolve around cultures. The Western world does
hand clapping because of appreciation, whereas the non-western parts
hand clapping is more of a cultural rhythm. I believe this does help
the soloist and let the soloist know that the effort is appreciated.
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I love to clap my hands and make a joyful noise during worship! Very interesting post!
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Interesting information about clapping. The Clap Your Hands song is so iconic. Almost everyone knows that one.
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