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?
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?