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Taraneem (Arabic for 'hymns' or 'chants') refers to the genre of Arabic Christian spiritual songs used in worship, praise, and liturgical settings across the Middle East. Distinct from the strictly liturgical 'Alhan' (ancient Coptic or Byzantine chants), Taraneem encompasses a wide range of musical styles from traditional maqam-based melodies to contemporary pop, rock, and orchestral arrangements. The lyrics are invariably in Arabic (either Standard or colloquial dialects like Egyptian or Lebanese) and focus on biblical themes, adoration of Jesus, and stories of the saints. It serves as the primary musical expression for Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox communities in non-liturgical meetings and youth gatherings.