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And it came to pass, when they gathered to go, joyous in their departure and glad to run the course, the great God raised His voice, and the sound of thunder swiftly turned silent. All gave ear to the…
Contributor:
Solomon de Oliveyra
Places:
Amsterdam, Dutch Republic (Amsterdam, Netherlands)
Date:
1665
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Hark! My beloved! Here he comes,
Thousands, myriads at his side,
And over me, his banner of love!
I was sleeping, but my heart
was awake within me.
I could hear but…
Contributor:
Jacob ha-Sofer
Places:
Fez, Morocco (Fes, Morocco)
Date:
Early 16th Century
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Love for an honored woman illuminates my mind’s eye and my imagination,
While I praise her beauty, for she comforts me in my exile.
My soul is like a lone bird and each night she greets the face of…
Contributor:
Shalem Shabazī
Places:
Taiz, Qasimid State (Taiz, Yemen)
Date:
ca. 1679/80
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O my soul’s beloved, merciful father, drag your servant to do your will!
Your…
Contributor:
Eleazar Azikri
Places:
Safed, Ottoman Empire (Safed, Israel)
Date:
1584–1588