Zum Gali Gali

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"Zum Gali Gali" is a traditional Hebrew song relating to the formation of the State of Israel, originating sometime around its creation. The songs main verse goes, "Zum Gali, Gali, Gali, Zum Gali Gali." It was originally written in Hebrew and translated into English.

Contents 1 Lyrics 1.1 Translation of the Hebrew 1.2 English versions 2 External links

[edit] Lyrics

Zum gali gali gali,
Zum gali gali,
Zum gali gali gali,
Zum gali gali.

[One group continues to sing this behind the verses, making a two- or four-part round.]

He-chalutz le'maan avodah,
Avodah le'maan he-chalutz.
He-chalutz le'maan avodah,
Avodah le'maan he-chalutz.

Zum gali gali gali,
Zum gali gali,
Zum gali gali gali,
Zum gali gali.

[edit] Translation of the Hebrew

Zum gali gali [rhythmic words, no meaning]
The pioneer for the sake of the work,
The work for the sake of the pioneer.

[edit] English versions

Pioneers work hard on the land,
Men and women work hand in hand.
As they labor all day long,
They lift their voices in song.

From the dawn till setting sun
Every one finds work to be done.
From the dawn till night does come
There's a task for everyone.

[edit] External links

site including song verses and other traditional songs