Ashrei Ish
Stephen Freedman Arranged by Joseph Myerov; choral arrangement by Robert A.M. Ross
Performed November 19, 2006
by Stephen Freedman and The Yavneh Ensemble at Temple Sinai, Dresher, PA
Ashrei Ish To the memory of Lewis Lyons Psalm 112:1–2, 4–6
Ashrei ish yarei et Adonai, b’mitzvotav chafeitz m’od Blessed is the man who is loyal to G–d, and who strives to fulfil G–d’s commandments.
Gibor ba-arets yih’yeh zar’oh, dor y’sharim y’vorach Mighty and strong his children will be, respected and blessed in their time.
Zarach bachoshech or lay’sharim chanun v’rachum v’tzadik On the darkest night, there’s light for the just, G–d’s compassion and mercy shine through.
Tov ish chonein umalveh y’chalkeil d’varav bamishpat Great is the man who conducts his affairs with honesty and integrity for all.
Ki l’olam lo yimot l’zeicher olam yih’yeh tzadik. He will be remember’d with fondness and with honor, his goodness rewarded by G–d.