And all the congregation of Judah, with the priests and the Levites, and all the congregation that came out of Israel, and the sojourners that came out of the land of Israel, and that dwelt in Judah, rejoiced.
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George Leo Haydock
AD 1849
Prophet. Moses had not required music, except on some occasions, Numbers x. 10. But David acted by God's authority. The institution was designed to promote piety, and a love for religious meetings. Such sacred ceremonies are not to be considered as human inventions, for it was They command our utmost respect. (Calmet)