C.O 55
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Article Psalms and Hymns
The metrical Psalms adopted by general synod as well as the hymns approved by general synod shall be sung in the worship service
Notes
- Does not mean, "at a minimum." It is emphatic that these are the only songs to be sung.
- The question of regulation:
- Should all churches use the same songs?
- Should local freedom be granted?
- The Synod of Dort (1619) restricted church singing to:
- The 150 Psalms.
- The Ten Commandments, Lord’s Prayer, Apostles’ Creed.
- Songs of Mary, Zechariah, and Simeon.