CHRISTIAN MUSIC IN THE CONTEXT OF THE HOLY SCRIPTURES AND RELIGIOUS TRADITION

Abstract

This article presents a comprehensive study of Christian music as a key element of religious tradition, formed based on the Holy Scriptures. It examines its significance as a medium for transmitting sacred ideas, expressing faith, and shaping religious identity. The role of music in Christian worship is analyzed as an integrator of spiritual and theological concepts, reflecting the harmony between text, melody, and rhythm in accordance with biblical and doctrinal foundations. The influence of the Holy Scriptures on the formation of musical practices is analyzed, particularly through the Psalms, which form the basis of liturgical forms of chant. The use of music as a tool for enhancing prayerful moods and sacred concentration in religious rituals is highlighted. It is emphasized that music, as a form of liturgical art, serves not only a ritualistic function but also acts as a means of forming a collective spiritual experience, aimed at integrating the community into a unified sacred space. The article underscores that Christian music, particularly in the vocal tradition, embodies biblical ideas, where the voice plays a central role in conveying divine meaning. This approach demonstrates the theological value of music as a sacred medium that promotes spiritual discipline and deepens existential experience. The evolution of music is traced from early Christian practices based on the Holy Scriptures to the formation of more complex musical traditions that integrate cultural and aesthetic influences from various eras. In conclusion, Christian music, as an integral part of worship, plays a decisive role in transmitting theological ideas, ensuring the harmonious combination of the spiritual and the artistic. Its study in the context of the Holy Scriptures not only allows for a deeper understanding of the sacred foundations of music but also reveals its significance as an important instrument for shaping the cultural and spiritual experience of religious communities.