Creator Bio
Moses L. Penha
19th Century
Little is known about Moses L. Penha, who wrote three Purim songs in Spanish and was active in Curaçao.
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Esther’s Triumph
Friends, let’s celebrate this day—Viva!
Purim, occasion to be gay—Viva!
Safe and free from Haman’s wrong,
Let’s shout in unison this song—Viva, viva, viva . . .
Esther, brilliant as the sun—Viva!
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