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Lecha Dodi, melody questions
#1
Hi everyone,

I recently attempted to understand and learn the lyrics of Lecha Dodi. While discovering many beautiful renditions and versions, it seemed to me that there are as many as the google results that I got for that search. It really seems that each new interpretation adds its' own perspective on that song, a new feeling, sometimes subtle, thoughtful, sometimes very joyful. I have been enjoying all those versions so far!

So, I wondered, is it a tradition or custom to interpret that Song in a new or personal way? I have never seen another song being sung to so many different melodies! I have found this explanation: click. What do you think about this?

Which version do you sing during your local services?

Also, would you mind sharing your favourite versions?
And is there a "standard" version that is the most popular/widely used today?
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#2
I don't know how you could answer this without attaching an audio file. Wink
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#3
Oh, my bad! Big Grin

I cannot attach, but at least share some links. I found those very different versions:

Moshav - Lecha Dodi

From a service at Central Synagogue (this made me smile so much!)

And this version which is the melody that comes closest to the one used at the service I attended.
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#4
(04-07-2019, 03:23 PM)a_Sarah Wrote: I cannot attach, but at least share some links. I found those very different versions...............
You might find this article of interest.

https://reformjudaism.org/musical-settings-lcha-dodi
בקש שלום ורדפהו
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#5
Great question Sarah!

Looks like RabbiO's link may provide some good insight!

By the way, I have a few of Moshav's Cd's! Love the "Jewish Spiritual Rock".
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#6
Moshav's version is one of my favorites.
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