09-26-2010, 12:29 AM
Are Noahides allowed to listen to liturgical compositions in the tradition of European classical music? I always prefer the settings of the Tehillim (Psalms), so as to avoid any idolatrous references. However, there are many compositions of considerable aesthetic beauty which do, unfortunately, incorporate idolatrous lyrics. In such cases, I pay no attention to the lyrics and my motive for listening is purely aesthetic. Nevertheless, I would like to know if I am somehow transgressing the prohibiton of idolatry?