By Faith Brown, Resident at Lodge Lane Assisted Living
This month we celebrate our special land
Built by “chalutzim” from desert sand
Our history tells of many years
When our ancestors were consumed by fears.
For those who perished, we’ll always mourn
But from their ashes a land was born
Israel is our home, by G-d’s command
“To your descendants, I will give this land.”
There were times we had no celebration
But today we’re called a “startup nation!”
For Israel, our pride has only increased
We are the light that shines in the Middle East.
So in this year of 2025
We thank G-d we’re still alive
Hoping to live in peace in our own land
As we join together, hand in hand.
We are grateful for the heroes who defend us,
On whom we must rely
As we sing our current anthem:
Am Yisrael Chai!
About the Author:
FAITH BROWN is a 95-year old resident of Lodge Lane. Faith has been an active member of the Delaware Jewish community for many years, teaching the Hebrew schools and leading choral and dance groups at AKSE with her husband Lou, z”l, for over 60 years, and currently co-leading weekly Shabbat services at Lodge Lane.
