Jonath-elem-rechokim
Jonath-elem-rechokim, meaning "Dove on Far-off Terebinths," is a musical term or phrase found in the superscription of Psalm 56, possibly indicating the melody or musical setting to which the psalm was to be sung.
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Summary
Title of a musical piece; called Jonath-elem-rechokim (יוֹנַת אֵלֶם רְחֹקִים).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- יוֹנַת אֵלֶם רְחֹקִיםJonath-elem-rechokim
Mentions
- For the choirmaster. To the tune of “A Dove on Distant Oaks.” A Miktam of David, when the Philistines seized him in Gath. Be merciful to me, O God, for men are hounding me; all day they press their attack.