Hosanna Shout
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Before Reading
Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:
- What is the Hosanna Shout and when is it performed?
- What does the Hosanna Shout symbolize?
- What is the connection between the Hosanna Shout and the First Vision of Joseph Smith?
- How is the Hosanna Shout performed?
Topics
Understanding the Hosanna Shout
The Hosanna Shout is a sacred tribute to the Father and the Son, performed during the dedication of each temple. It was first given in this dispensation at the dedication of the Kirtland Temple in 1836. The shout symbolizes the reaction of the multitude when the Savior made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem and reaffirms the vision of Joseph Smith in the Sacred Grove, where he saw the Father and the Son as two glorified Beings.
This sacred shout was first given in this dispensation at the dedication of the Kirtland Temple on March 27, 1836.
It is a sacred tribute to the Father and the Son, symbolizing the reaction of the multitude when the Savior made His triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
It also reaffirms what young Joseph experienced that day in the Sacred Grove—namely, that the Father and the Son are two glorified Beings, whom we worship and praise.
- What is the significance of the Hosanna Shout?
- What does the Hosanna Shout symbolize?
- What is the connection between the Hosanna Shout and the First Vision of Joseph Smith?
- How can understanding the Hosanna Shout deepen your appreciation for temple dedications?
- How can the Hosanna Shout remind you of the divinity of the Father and the Son?
- How can you incorporate the spirit of the Hosanna Shout into your personal worship?
Performing the Hosanna Shout
President Nelson explains the procedure of the Hosanna Shout. Participants take a clean white handkerchief, hold it by one corner, and wave it while saying in unison, "Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna to God and the Lamb" three times, followed by "Amen, Amen, and Amen." If a participant does not have a white handkerchief, they may simply wave their hand.
Each one participating takes a clean white handkerchief, holding it by one corner, and waves it while saying in unison, "Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna to God and the Lamb," repeated three times, followed by "Amen, Amen, and Amen."
If you do not have a white handkerchief, you may simply wave your hand.
- How is the Hosanna Shout performed?
- What is the significance of using a white handkerchief during the Hosanna Shout?
- How does the act of physically participating in the Hosanna Shout enhance your spiritual experience?
- How can you prepare yourself to participate in the Hosanna Shout during temple dedications?
- Reflect on a time when you participated in the Hosanna Shout. How did it impact you?
