And even then, I believe the Hebrew points to a specific type of dance understood in that culture. A type that we Westerners would not necessarily recognize or understand. (Sort of a 'spur of the moment' non-choreographed 'whirling' dance in ecstasy done alone).
And remember, in the larger picture, it was the second attempt to move the Ark of the Covenant, which was, how shall we say, much more solemn than the first attempt?
For people who like to use this Scriptural passage for their liturgy-lite purposes, I would think reading the full context would go a long way in explaining why liturgy-lite is not a good idea! The first attempt seemed so much more fun - until an unfortunate non-Levite innocently touched the Ark (second no-no) which was carried on a cart (first no-no. The Ark was to be carried on the backs of the Levites with the poles commanded by God).
David and the rest of Israel had to go back and study up on the Law - a Law that pointed to the solemn Holiness of God and how to approach Him in worship - that God gave them concerning the Ark for their second attempt. Sound familiar? Maybe the Bishops need to review the Torah and Kings when making their decision.
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