Abstract
Clapping is considered as a media of praise and thanks in Christian worship. Some give space to this practice while other reject it. This article tried to identify the biblical foundation of these ideas, and was carried out through the following phases: formulating the problem, preparing the title, and searching the related supporting materials in the library research and electronic facilities. The research focused on three main aspects: the clapping in the Bible, the Christian and practice of clapping in worship services, and clapping in Seventh-day Adventist Church. It is found that there is no Bible text and theological evidence which support the practice of clapping in the place of worship, in other words clapping in the church services is unbiblical, and for this reason clapping in Seventh-day Adventists worship services is not necessary. Instead of clapping, the use of amen is suggested in responding the message or musical presentation. Since clapping has become controversial issue in Adventist worship services, the church leaders need to instruct and guide the church members to the right understanding of clapping. 
 
 Keywords: clapping; applaus; worship; praise
Highlights
Our worship experiences are marked by physical action.[1]
It is found that there is no Bible text and theological evidence which support the practice of clapping in the place of worship, in other words clapping in the church services is unbiblical, and for this reason clapping in Seventh-day Adventists worship services is not necessary
It is clear that there is no indication that clapping is done in worship service
Summary
Our worship experiences are marked by physical action.[1] It covers dance and clapping, two medias of praise which have long been coloring the life of humankind. These activities are intended to express thanks, praise, admire, honor, and self glorification to a person or particular group who are considered as worthy to be honored. People of the Old Testament times do this to express honor to a particular people they admired, or to those who won the battle in the struggle of life, and to those who succeed in their life The heathen expressed their praises to gods, while the people who know the living God do this for His glory. The Scripture gives many references about that.[1]
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