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Melody of Four Stanzas

Rabbi Schneur Zalman’s Niggun

A melody, niggun, composed by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, the first Chabad rebbe. The song has four stanzas, corresponding to the four spiritual worlds, Atzilut, Beriah, Yetzirah, and Asiyah. Each stanza is intended to elevate the singer and listener to the next spiritual realm.

Due to its holiness, this special melody is sung only on special occasions and dates.

Composed or Taught By
Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Liadi


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Posted: Jan 20, 2012

R Schneur Zalman Niggun

Such feeling, compassion and uplifting emotion as one rises from world to world.

Posted By stanley, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Posted: Jan 19, 2012

Andy Statman

I would also recommend Andy Statman. He is a world class mandolin and clarinet player. Because of his mandolin playing he is a much-sought-after session musician for bluegrass, but he is also a Chabad hasid and has put out a few albums of traditional Jewish music. His album "Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge" has a number of niggunim in a similar style to this.

Posted By Anonymous, Charleston, WV

Posted: Jan 18, 2012

MP3

Where can I go to purchase and download this rendering of this music?

Posted By Jonathan, Tulsa, OK

Posted: Jan 17, 2012

Authenticity

Who can confirm that this melody is composed by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi?

Posted By EZRA/EDWARD, BROOKLYN, NY

Posted: Aug 9, 2011

The true purpose of this Niggun

This niggun is most beautifully enjoyed and uplifting when sung by Chassids during the auspicious occasion when a chattan and Kallah (bride and groom), are standing under the presence of the Holly Shechinah under the Hoopah.

Posted By Anonymous, Jerusalem, Israel

Posted: Nov 28, 2010

niggun

this is the most amazing niggun, probably my favorite out of all the niggunim i ever heard

Posted By Anonymous, cleveland, 44118

Posted: Sep 19, 2008

Nigun

Wow! I was really moved by this melody, and just in time for Shabbat. We just went through Hurricane Ike, thank G-d we're OK. I needed some lifting today.

Posted By Shirah, Houston, TX

Posted: Sep 18, 2008

source

This particular selection is by Chanan Bar Sela and is available at the links posted above.

Posted By Chani Benjaminson, chabad.org

Posted: Sep 18, 2008

Melody of Four Stanzas - Rabbi Shneur Zalman of Li

What is the source of the versiion on this site? Is it accessible for purchase or is thiis a restricted version?

Posted By Anonymous, Ofallon, IL/USA

Posted: Sep 17, 2008

Here are links to where two different versions of the melody can be purchased you'll have to contact the distributor directly to find out whether it's available.

mostlymusic.com/chanan-barsela-chabad-p-3924.html

mostlymusic.com/lubavitch-neemos-chabad-p-2346.html

Posted By Chani Benjaminson, chabad.org

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