Chad Gadya

Asked by Yehudis · May 3, 2004 · Holidays

Question

Do I have to sing Chad Gadya at the Seder? I truly detest the lyrics and especially the tune. If yes, why? And how can I stop hating it so much? Thanks for all of your hard work! We love you!

Answer

Answered by Aaron Abadi

Watch out and don't detest anything like this. These lyrics have very deep Kabalistic meanings. The tune however didn't come with it. The Sefer Shu"t Chaim Sha'al A #28 speaks very strongly against someone who ridicules the Chad Gadya. You don't have to sing it, but don't detest it.... It is a tribute to our redemption. There are multiple meanings to it. AA