L'Dor VaDor
by Ellen Allard
About This Song
This song was composed by Ellen Allard in honor of Lilly Zimet of blessed memory, founder of Temple Beth-El's religious school and High Holiday choir. It was performed at a day of music and prayer on January 27, 2024 that raised funds for the Kulanu school.
L'Dor VaDor
©2023 80-Z Music
words and music by Ellen Allard
VERSE 1
L’dor vador nagid godlecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s greatness.
L’dor vador nagid toratecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s Torah.
CHORUS
Praise God’s name (Praise God’s name)
Forever (Forever)
Praise God’s name (Praise God’s name)
For eternity (For eternity)
From one generation to another generation
We pass it down, we keep it strong
We sing your song / Together we will always know...
VERSE 2
L’dor vador nagid chasadecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s love.
L’dor vador nagid sh’lomecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s peace.
Repeat CHORUS
VERSE 3
L’dor vador nagid mitzvotecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s laws.
L’dor vador nagid k’vodecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s glory.
Repeat CHORUS
CODA
L’dor vador nagid godlecha (x3)
You taught us about God’s greatness.
Yes, Lilli taught us about God’s greatness!