Ner Li

Israel

SONG NOTES

Ner Li is a traditional Hebrew song from Israel, typically sung during the Hanukkah season. Ner Li translates to “I have a candle".”

English translation:

ner li = I have a candle

ner li dakik (daqiq) = I have a small thin candle

Bahanukkah, neri ‘adlik (‘adliq) = On Hanukkah, I will light my candle

Bahanukkah, neri ya’ir = On Hanukkah, my candle will glow

Bahanukkah, shirim ‘ashir = On Hanukkah, I will sing songs

Alternate English verses:

Oh, I have a candle, a candle so thin

On Hanukkah, my candle I'll light

On Hanukkah, my candle will glow bright

On Hanukkah, my song I shall sing

I have a candle, a petite candle

On Hanukkah, I shall light my candle

On Hanukkah, my candle will give light

On Hanukkah, I shall sing songs

I have a candle, a candle so bright

On Hanukkah, my candle burns bright

On Hanukkah, its light burns long

On Hanukkah, I sing this song

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