Sing a New Song: Revealing the Untold Heritage of the Punjabi Psalter
Museum of the Bible invites you to discover a remarkable expression of Christian worship in the global South Asian context. The Punjabi Psalter, crafted in the late nineteenth century as a metrical translation of Psalms set to indigenous Punjabi musical forms, continues to shape the devotional life of Punjabi Christian communities across the world.
On Saturday, October 31, you will get the opportunity to see the riches of the Punjabi Psalter through a special exhibition featuring:
- Dr. Yousaf Sadiq, who will uncover its captivating history, theology, and significance
- A live choral performance bringing these poetic psalms to life
- Rare artifacts and historical materials spotlighting the artistic, musical, and faith heritage of Punjabi Christians
Join us for this immersive celebration of Scripture, song, and spiritual identity. Food and refreshments will also be served. Tickets for this event include general admission to the museum.
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Schedule
3:00 p.m. Program Begins
3:10–3:40 p.m. Dr. Sadiq Presentation
3:40–4:10 p.m. Choir Performance
4:10–4:20 p.m. Final Remarks
4:20–5:20 p.m. Floor 4 Tour + Artifact Exploration
5:20–6:00 p.m. Reception
Speakers & Performances

Dr. Yousaf Sadiq

Dr. Yousaf Sadiq earned his doctorate from the London School of Theology. His research focuses on the Punjabi Psalter, a unique heritage rooted in the late-nineteenth century South Asian context. He teaches at Wheaton College, and his interests lie at the intersection of theology, culture, and global Christianity. His pioneering work on the Punjabi Psalter has garnered recognition, and his scholarly contributions have appeared in leading publications, such as Christianity Today, Missiology, Evangelical Quarterly, and Bible Translator. In addition, Dr. Sadiq assumes the role of president of the Punjabi Psalter Society , serves as the global leader of the Persecuted Church Network within the Lausanne Movement, and actively participates in professional societies.

Trinity International Christian Church choir

Trinity International Christian Church choir from the Northeast of Philadelphia will do live performance of the Punjabi Psalms. This multilingual South Asian choir leads worship in Punjabi, Urdu, and Hindi languages.