I missed the song of the day yesterday and I am sorry about that. This week I am gearing up for Rosh Hashana, so my posts may have that as a theme. In terms of my song choices I am going to put in some wonderful Hebrew music this week. If you don’t understand the words I will give a translation.
The most well known popular Israeli music deals with themes that are not too often seen here in America. Often songs talk about loved ones lost to wars and the continued difficulties that the country endures. These songs are some of the most beautiful poetry you will ever read. I want to start with a song that is a little more uplifting.
The song Shir Lashalom, Song for Peace, was written in 1969 for an entertainment troupe of the IDF (Isarel Defense Forces). The song was not well received in the military establishment due to its anti-war message. The song became sort of an anthem for the peace movement in Israel. After the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin in 1995 the song became forever associated with the assassination and its effects on Israeli culture. The song was to be sung at the rally where he was speaking when he was killed. A copy of the songs lyrics was found on Rabin’s body, soaked in his blood.
Here are the English words:
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Let the sun rise He whose candle was snuffed out Nobody will bring us back So just sing a song for peace |
Allow the sun to penetrate Lift your eyes with hope Don’t say the day will come |
This video is from the national celebration of Israel’s 60’s birthday.
Enjoy!
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