What Keeps Us (V’hi Sh’amda)
New Release • 2m 33s
With Purim behind us, we transition to Passover in the coming weeks. One text from the Haggadah, V’hi Sh'amda, addresses a common thread between these two holidays – the ancient hate of the Jewish people that persists “in each generation,” including our own. This melody newly commissioned for our Haggadah for Young Families is written by Cantor Jacqueline Rafii in Persian style, honoring her own heritage. To enrich your celebration of Passover, be sure you have a copy of our Haggadah, either by calling the PAS offices or purchasing online at tinyurl.com/PAShaggadah.
Music: Cantor Jacqueline Rafii
Music Director: David Enlow
AV: Oscar Acevedo, Erik van Batavia, Justin Goodman
Video Editor: Evan Shapiro
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