selah
/ˈsiːlə/
noun
- A word of uncertain meaning found in the Hebrew Bible (Psalms and Habakkuk), thought to be a musical or liturgical direction, often interpreted as a pause, reflection, or emphasis.
- Many Bible readers wonder what 'selah' truly means in the Psalms.
- In the hymn, the composer added a 'selah' to indicate a moment of silence.
- The choir paused at the word 'selah' to let the congregation reflect.