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Question:

I know that the word "Selah" is used often in the Bible (especially in Psalms). You also sang a song titled "Selah" on your album "Reggae Worship--The First Fruits of Christafari." What does this word mean?

Answer:

Great Question! There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the definition of the word Selah. Although Christafari pronounces it "see-law," the <a class="layer1" target="_blank" href="/glossary.html#Patois">patois </a>and <a class="layer1" target="_blank" href="/glossary.html#Reggae">reggae </a>way, the correct original Hebrew pronunciation is "Seh-law." The literal Hebrew definition is: suspension (of music), i.e. a pause.

Selah essentially means a lyrical pause that allows for an instrumental interlude. It is a time to meditate and reflect on the lyrics of the Psalmist during the song. This gives the hearers of the Psalm an opportunity to digest what has just been said before the lyricist continues.

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