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Israeli lyricists." The song "Go and Walk the Land" became the slogan of the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel. "Be my friend, be my brother" is often sung at memorial ceremonies. "Ammunition Hill" is a standard performed at Independence Day Ceremonies, and the "Mountain That Is Always Green" (about Mount Carmel, where Taharlev was born) has become associated with the festival of
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He said, "If the religious and traditional books were taught to us in this way, with a smile, we could find out much more about our roots and we wouldn’t be so detached from them." Israeli Prize laureate
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near Yagur, "Four in the
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based on her life from childhood until her return to Israel after a harsh drug ordeal in the United States. The song was composed by Nurit Hirsh for the
Festigal in 1985 where it won first place. A year later, Taharlev and Hirsh wrote "Piece of Heaven (God's Plot of Earth)" (Hebrew: חלקת אלוהים
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Children's Theatre Festival, "The First Kiss" (Hebrew: הנשיקה הראשונה HaNeshika HaRishona) based on Taharlev's earlier works, won first place in the youth category. Taharlev was also awarded a token of recognition by the
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stated that “His songs have accompanied the country for years — in sadness and in joy, in times of war and peace. He passed away, but his work will remain with us forever. May his memory be a blessing.”
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Yadecha) sung by Ruti Navon. Among other performers of his songs are
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