There
are numerous reasons to clap your hands. Some people may clap their
hands to get your attention while others may clap their hands because
they are happy.
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1.
History:
According to the Atlantic.com technology 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.
2.
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.
3.
Miss Mary Mack
Do
you remember hand clapping to the lyrics of “Miss Mary Mack?’
That was one of my favorites as a child.
4.
If You are Happy Clap Your Hands
Did
you know the song “If Your Happy and You Know It Clap Your Hands”
was published in the late 1950’s according to en. Wikipedia.org.
In addition this song was noted for similarities to Mologejnaya; a
song that appeared in the soviet union in 1938 in the Soviet musical
film Volga-Volga.
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.
5.
Clapping and Brain Power
Did
you know that hand clapping benefits adults as well as children
according to wired.com? Dr. Sulkin further suggests that adults
that engage in these games from childhood reported feeling less tense
and their mood improved. Isen’t this amazing? So that is why I
feel so good after clapping my hands.
6.
Benefits of Clapping Your Hands
According
to clap4health.com clapping stimulates the 28 acupuncture points in
your hands and it also improves your immune system. Isen’t this
interesting?
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?
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