Hagah — Christian Meditation
“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.”— Psalm 19:14 KJV
Did you know that the Bible explains to us how to properly meditate?
Of course it has nothing to do with popular new age techniques such as: clearing the mind, chanting vibrational sounds, breathing techniques, drug induced trances, speaking affirmations, shamanic drumming, channeling spirits or the deceased, energy manipulation, or even being silent.
It’s actually SO much easier and more satisfying than any of that!
—> Christian meditation is an active, contemplative, introspective conversation with God about Scripture. That’s all! Just chillin’ with God and talking about the Bible.
Google Overview…
Hagah (הָגָה) is a Hebrew word often translated as “meditate,” but it specifically means to mutter, growl, roar, or utter—describing an active, vocal, and intense pondering of Scripture.
It implies chewing on or chewing over God’s word like a lion over its prey, moving it from the mind to the heart.
Key Aspects of Hagah:
- Active Meditation: Unlike passive, silent Eastern meditation, hagah is an “intense devouring” of text. It is a noisy, auditory, and conversational approach to scripture.
- Onomatopoeia: The word simulates sounds, such as a lion’s growl/purr or a dove’s moan, symbolizing deep satisfaction.
- Application: It signifies repeating Scripture aloud, turning it over to find its meaning and applying it to life, not just for intellectual understanding.
- Bible Context: The term is used in Joshua and Psalms to describe meditating on the law day and night.
—> In essence, hagah is to chew on Scripture, bringing it into your life and allowing it to transform you.
Now you know what Christian meditation is. Start enjoying personal convos with God today!
Love, Michelle