The text of Hayom Kadosh is taken from the Book Of Nehemiah, from the Hebrew Bible; it recounts the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem--a metaphor for overcoming obstacles, and the re-emergence of hope. Likewise Hayom Kadosh emerges softly from the darkness, like a lullaby sung to a newborn. And as the prelude to the third and final chapter of Calling All Dawns, it summons the themes of the earlier songs and weaves them together in a musical tapestry.

Lyrics:

Hayom kadosh l'Adonai eloheichem
Al titabloo v'al tivku
Hasu ki hayom kadosh
V'al tayatzayvu
Today is sacred to the Lord, your God
Do not mourn and do not weep.
Be silent, for this day is sacred
Do not be sad.