Hosannas
/hoʊˈzæn.əz/noun
A shout of praise or adoration, especially in a religious context.
Did you know?In ancient ceremonies, the call of 'hosanna' was a plea for divine intervention, linking it to the magical act of invoking protection and salvation.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Semitic
Semitic
hōsānā
“A cry for help or salvation.”
Old Greek
Greek
ὡσαννά (hōsanná)
“A term used in liturgical texts, often associated with joyful acclamation.”
Late Latin
Latin
hosanna
“Transcription of the Greek, used in Christian liturgy.”
Middle English
Middle English
osan
“A term adopted into English liturgical practices.”
Modern English
English
hosanna
“Retained as a term of praise in religious contexts.”