“Lekah Dodi Likrat Kallah” is a well-known Jewish liturgical song that is traditionally sung during the Friday evening service to welcome the Sabbath. It is often sung as part of the Kabbalat Shabbat, the service that marks the beginning of Shabbat.

The lyrics of “Lekah Dodi Likrat Kallah” were composed by Rabbi Shlomo Halevi Alkabetz, a 16th-century kabbalist and poet from Safed, Israel. The song expresses the joy and anticipation of greeting the Sabbath bride, symbolizing the arrival of peace and holiness.

The melody of “Lekah Dodi Likrat Kallah” has become widely popular and is sung in different variations in Jewish communities around the world. It is usually performed in a call-and-response format, with a cantor leading the congregation in singing the verses, and the congregation joining in the refrain.

The song’s lyrics include both biblical and mystical references, drawing on themes of love, longing, and the spiritual connection between God and the Jewish people. It is a beloved and uplifting song that helps set the mood for the Sabbath and creates a sense of unity and joy within the community.

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Full lyrics: Wikipedia