Question of the Week – #7
September 24th, 2007 | Published in theology | 1 Comment
Why do we stand up when we sing hymns?
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September 24th, 2007 at 12:08 PM (#)
I have no idea if this is the true origin of standing when we sing, but I have two guesses: 1. Standing is the proper position for singing from a purely musical/physiological standpoint. It allows for the best breath support.
2. Perhaps this is a tradition that started because the preacher didn’t want to the congregation to get leg cramps from sitting too long.