Dedicated to Rabbi Daniel Raphael Silverstein
In the shadow of Bondi,
Let there be light.
On the steps of government,
And in all houses of power
Let there be light.
In the clenching of all hearts,
Let there be light.
In the division between our people
Let there be light.
On the streets of our cities
Let there be light.
Through the windows of our homes,
Let there shine light.
Infinite Source of All,
As darkness threatens,
Enable me to join
The Light of Redemption;
Now
And after the Hanukkah lights
Have had
Their season.
Strengthen me,
Through love,
And with dedication,
That my temple,
My life,
Becomes living metaphor.
