This piece is part of a larger composed service by Gottlieb called "Love Songs for Sabbath." The Hashkiveinu is an essential part of the evening service, and is recited by traditional Jews every night before going to sleep. It asks God to spread over us a shelter of peace (as a mother bird spreads her wings over her young) and keep us safe from physical, emotional, and spiritual harm. The Hashkiveinu originated during a time when our ancestor's safety was not guaranteed after dark, and thus nigh
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