Hallel: Chol haMoed Pesach: Journey to the Mountain IV

If the people on the second, third, …sixth day of their journey, could still sense the blessing that was expanding, they understood that they were not dependent on externals, but had developed the wherewithal within; they had become independent. They understood that they would have to become active participants in building their future, and realized that they would begin by living a life that would be an expression of gratitude:

“What can I respond to God for all the good He has given to make me independent?

I will lift up the cup of salvation and I will call out in God’s Name.

I will fulfill my promises to God in front of all His nation.

Death to His pious ones is precious in God’s eyes.

Please God, allow me to be Your servant.

I am Your worker, the son of Your maidservant,

You unlocked my chains.

I will bring an offering of thanks to You, and I will call out in the Name of God.

I will fulfill my promises to God in front of all His nation.

In the courtyards of God’s House, in the center of Jerusalem.

Hallelukah!”