THE SONG OF NATURE: An Introduction to Perek Shira – with Rabbi Michael Skobac
ABOUT THIS LECTURE: Everything in creation has its own special song. This is the theme of a mysterious ancient work called Perek Shirah – The Chapter of Song. Some believe that Perek Shirah was composed by King David about three thousand years ago. Others believe it was composed by sages of the Talmud around the first century of the Common Era.
Perek Shirah lists 85 creations, including heavenly bodies, insects, fish, birds and animals. For each one, a verse from the Bible, usually the book of Psalms, is cited as its song. Numerous commentaries have been written seeking to explain the connection between each creation and its song. Perek Shirah is an extremely beloved text. It is printed in many prayer books and some have the practice of reciting it each day.
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