Hosanna (/ hoʊˈzænə /) is an Aramaic liturgical word in Judaism and Christianity. In Judaism it is a cry expressing an appeal for God’s help. [1] In Christianity it is a cry of praise.
Hosanna in the highest heaven!” (Matthew 21:9). Hosanna is often thought of as a declaration of praise, similar to hallelujah, but it is actually a plea for salvation.
The first time “hosanna” is used in the New Testament is in Matthew 21:9, for Jesus’ triumphant entrance to Jerusalem as King. Verse 9 says, “Jesus was in the center of the procession, and the people all around him were shouting, ‘Praise God (hosanna) for the Son of David!’ Blessings on the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Praise God (hosanna) in highest heaven!” (emphasis ...
The Meaning of Hosanna - Name of Jesus used in the Bible
The modern reader should understand the word hosanna to be an exclamation of praise directed especially at the promised Messiah, recognizing His person and rejoicing in the completion of His work.
'Hosanna' in the Bible Hosanna occurs in the New Testament 6 times. Matthew, Mark, and John mention that the people called out “Hosanna” in praise and celebration during Jesus’ Triumphal Entry to Jerusalem during the week before Passover. “So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, ‘Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King ...
“Hosanna” appears in the Eng. VS of the Bible only six times, all with reference to two closely related incidents in the NT. With reference to Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, three of the evangelists give accounts containing both identical and supplementary phrases.