psalter

UK
/ˈsɔːltə/
US
/ˈsɑltər/

Translations

psalternoun
psalters
pl
UK
/ˈsɔːltə/
US
/ˈsɑltər/
The psalter is an important part of the liturgical tradition.
Псалтырь является важной частью литургической традиции.
Synonyms
book of psalms
hymn book
sacred songs

Definitions

psalternoun
A book containing the Book of Psalms, often with other devotional material.
The monk carried his psalter with him to the chapel for morning prayers.
A collection of Psalms for liturgical or devotional use.
The choir sang from the psalter during the evening service.
The Book of Psalms itself, regarded as a distinct section of the Bible.
She found comfort in reading the psalter during difficult times.