43. Lokam Irubhāgaṅṅaḷil (Our Ancient Hope)

A full translation of Song No. 1, described above. Included in this performances are verses 1, 2, 4, 5, and 7.

Text

-1-
Dwelling in both sides of the world is the national spirit of the Jews.
When it revives and turns toward God, Sion will be protected.

-2-
The hope we've had since ancient times has not faded from our hearts -
Our hope to return to the land given us by the One God.

-3-
Beloved relations in many lands, hear the song of our future.
As long as Jews remain alive, our hope will endure.

4-
The city of Jerusalem is like the eagle. It will be made new again.
The kingdom will live and endure, filled with splendor and praise.

-5-
The House of Jacob again will reside there, through God's sacred love.
By God's grace the King Messiah - Mashiah Raja - will rule over her.