Lekha Dodi: Messianic Liturgy & Chant (Full Text on Screen)

Join Congregation Ohr Chadash in welcoming Shabbat with the traditional hymn, Lekha Dodi ("Come, My Beloved"). 📜 Hebrew transliteration and English text provided on screen so you can easily follow along, chant, and pray with us. About Lekha Dodi: Composed in the 16th century by Kabbalist Rabbi Shlomo Alkabetz in Safed, Lekha Dodi (also commonly transliterated Lecha Dodi or L'Cha Dodi) is sung during Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat services to greet the Sabbath presence as a beloved bride. 📖 Refrain: L’kha dodi likrat kalah, p’nay shabbat n’kab’lah. ("Come, my friend, meet the bride; let us welcome the presence of the Sabbath.") 💬 Question for our community: What is your favorite melody or tradition when welcoming Shabbat in your home or congregation? Let us know in the comments below! 🔔 Subscribe to Congregation Ohr Chadash for more Messianic Jewish worship music, liturgical chants, and weekly Shabbat teachings. Connect with Congregation Ohr Chadash: 🌐 Website: https://www.ohrchadash.org/ 📷 Instagram: / ohr_chadash 🤝 Support Our Ministry: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ohrch... 📍 Join Us In-Person or Online every Shabbat 💬 Subscribe for upcoming services, teachings, and holiday celebrations! #LekhaDodi #MessianicWorship #ShabbatShalom #MessianicJudaism #JewishWorshipMusic #KabbalatShabbat #HebrewWorship #ShabbatService