In anticipation of the Hilula (anniversary of passing) of Rachel Imeinu, singer and songwriter Nati Shavkes has released a poignant new single titled “Rachel.” The song conveys a message of comfort, faith, and hope for redemption.

For thousands of years, Rachel Imeinu has wept for her children in galus. In this piece, however, Shavkes chooses to offer a different perspective. Moving beyond mere tears and pain, he focuses on comfort and encouragement—rooted in the belief that the promise, “Vishavu Banim Ligvulam-And the children shall return to their own border,” is closer to fulfillment than ever before.

Shavkes shares: “When I wrote and composed this song, I felt like a son embracing his mother, saying to her: ‘Mother, your tears have not been in vain. The night is nearly over, the light of redemption is dawning, and your children are coming home.’ I pray that this song touches hearts and provides strength to everyone awaiting their own personal redemption, as well as the redemption of the entire nation.”

Credits:
Composer: Nati Shabaks
Lyrics: Traditional Sources / Nati Shabaks
Arrangement, Recording, and Mix: Yanky Cohen
Guitars: Noam Burg (“Chargol”)
Cover Design and Animation: Shmulik Eisenbach