Nigerian Praise and Worship Songs

Praise and worship is an integral part of life in Nigeria for centuries. Earlier this was done before modern Christian missionaries foot in the country. At this time the locals took to the praises of their God (s) to sing. These songs were sung, when the drought came the rain after a long period, with a rich good harvest and the birth of a child.

Others praise the songs were sung during various occasions. If a local king died and a successor has been elected special songssung in his praise, and asked the god (s) to him a long life and wisdom. the songs are special for the young heroes were sung for heroic deeds in war as such. In Nigeria, as in many African countries are still singing hymns of praise, especially for leaders.

The advent of Christianity and Islam, rooted in Nigeria never praise. Some praise songs have been converted to the change of worship to reflect on, and most of the praise songs are used today for praising God (both Christianand Muslims).

These were songs of praise and worship songs converted to spread throughout the country. While the modern worship songs have found their way into society, the traditional rule still find traditional instruments such as drums and horns are used. It is not surprising to find modern singing praise and worship "songs easily in local languages.

In Nigeria today, praise and worship songs have in such a way that was agreedIn particular, the songs are sung during special occasions.

Family worship songs. These are common in most Christian homes and be heard singing in the early hours of morning and evening. This should give thanks and praise to God for his care and protection during the night and for his leadership during the day. They are very popular with children
Wedding hymns. These are sung during marriage ceremonies and to thank and praise God for this opportunity. Youshould also lead to God to bless such a pair.
Thanksgiving hymns. These are sung to give thanks to God, and they are usually sung when the first harvest of God is brought into the church as an offering.
Worship Songs. These are sung in church. Some will be sung at the opening of the service, others during the service and the rest at the end of the service.

It 'important to note that Muslims also have their own worship songs and how Christiansthese songs are Praise be to Allah to give.

Some of the modern worship songs are sung in local languages;
(A), Joy, Joy, Joy (CSSM 236), Wide as the Ocean (CSSM 269) and Jesus, Jesus, Jesus (CSSM 305).