Vichnaya Pamyat
Homin Lviv Municipal Choir Lyrics

The lyrics "Vichnaya Pamyat" are a Ukrainian phrase commonly used as a prayer for the soul of the departed. In English, it translates to "Eternal Memory". The repetition of the phrase throughout the song emphasizes the idea of perpetuity and the memory of the deceased being forever present.

In the context of the Homin Lviv Municipal Choir's rendition, the song is a tribute to the victims of the Ukrainian famine of 1932-1933, also known as the Holodomor, which was caused by Soviet policies and resulted in the deaths of millions of Ukrainians. The haunting and mournful tone of the song reflects the somber nature of the event and the weight of the loss.

The repetition of "Vichnaya Pamyat" can also be seen as a form of catharsis, a way for the choir and listeners to collectively honor and remember the victims of the Holodomor. The phrase serves as a powerful reminder of the human toll of political and social oppression and the resilience of a people who continue to remember and honor their history.