"But let all those rejoice who put their trust in You; Let them ever shout for joy, because You defend them; Let those also who love Your name Be joyful in You." (Psalm 5:11)

Kaufmann Kohler states in the Jewish Encyclopedia, "No language has as many words for joy and rejoicing as does Hebrew. In the Old Testament thirteen Hebrew roots, found in twenty-seven different words, are used primarily for some aspect of joy or joyful participation in worship. The Hebrew religion exemplified God as the true source of joy and happiness. In contrast to the rituals of other faiths of the East, Israelite worship was essentially a joyous proclamation and celebration."

"Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!" (Phil. 4:4)