One day when he was 15 years old, Israel was sitting at a picnic table on Makaha Beach playing his ukulele when Jerry Koko stopped by to talk story. Jerry invited Israel over to his house to kanikapila (play music). He then met Moon Kauakahi and Jerry's brother, John Koko. Israel told the boys about his brother, Skippy, and how he could play guitar. After playing togther for awhile, the boys decided to start a group and the Makaha Sons of Ni'ihau were born. First consisting of Israel, Skippy, Moon, Mel Amina (Israel's cousin) and Sam Grey, their first big break was being on the Jerry Lewis telethon.
Where Are The Fathers
Israel Lyrics
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I could never have imagined me being here
Hmmmmmmmm
I have tried it all
But it would never, could never compare
To your grace that abounds in me
Hmmmmmmmm
Your Love (2x)
Is Good, to me it sets me free
Your Grace is all I need
Your Heart keeps loving
Your hands keep giving
Your grace keeps saving
Where you are
In your presence there's fullness
Of Joy in Abundance
Sovereign God
I want to be
Where you are
Since I got to know you Lord
My life has never been the same
Whenever I'm in your presence
Everything's changed in every way
Your presence is all I need
It's where I find my peace
In the shadow of your wings
My soul takes refuge and I'm still
Your Love (2x)
Is Good, to me it sets me free
Your Grace is all I need
Your Heart keeps loving
Your hands keep giving
Your grace keeps saving
Where you are
Let me dwell in
Your Tabernacle forever
And Take refuge
In the shadow of your wings
Your Heart keeps loving
Your hands keep giving
Your grace keeps saving
Where you are
These lyrics in Israel's song "Where Are The Fathers" express a deep sense of gratitude and reverence towards a higher power, most likely God. The singer reflects on their journey through life, acknowledging the challenges they've faced and the unexpected place they find themselves in. Despite their struggles, they recognize their inability to fully comprehend the overwhelming grace that surrounds them.
The singer acknowledges that all their efforts and experiences can never measure up to the divine grace and faithfulness that they have encountered. This grace is described as kind and ever-present, providing a sense of solace and freedom. The repetition of "Your Love is Good" emphasizes the transformative power of this love, which serves as a source of liberation and sustenance for the singer.
The lyrics highlight the continuous love, giving, and saving grace that emanates from the divine presence. The imagery of being in the shadow of God's wings symbolizes finding refuge and peace in times of uncertainty and turmoil. The singer finds comfort and stillness in this shelter, feeling a profound connection and protection in the presence of this divine love.
Overall, the lyrics convey a profound longing to be close to this higher power, to dwell in its tabernacle and bask in its unwavering love and grace. The singer's spiritual journey has transformed their life, bringing about a sense of peace and joy that surpasses worldly understanding. The song emphasizes the enduring nature of God's love and saving grace, serving as a powerful reminder of the comfort and strength that can be found in divine presence.
Line by Line Meaning
Through all I've been Through
Despite all the challenges I have faced
I could never have imagined me being here
I never thought I would reach this point
I have tried it all
I have attempted everything
But it would never, could never compare
But nothing can compare
To your grace that abounds in me
To the abundant grace you have shown me
Ever kind Ever faithful to me
Always kind and faithful to me
Your Love (2x)
Your love is powerful
Is Good, to me it sets me free
It brings me freedom
Your Grace is all I need
Your grace is sufficient for me
Your Heart keeps loving
Your love remains constant
Your hands keep giving
You continue to give
Your grace keeps saving
Your grace continues to rescue me
Where you are
In your presence
In your presence there's fullness
In your presence, there is complete satisfaction
Of Joy in Abundance
Abundant joy
Sovereign God
All-powerful God
I want to be
I desire to be
Since I got to know you Lord
Since I have connected with you, Lord
My life has never been the same
My life has been transformed
Whenever I'm in your presence
Every time I am near you
Everything's changed in every way
My whole world is different
It's where I find my peace
Your presence brings me peace
Let me dwell in
Allow me to live in
Your Tabernacle forever
Your dwelling place for eternity
And Take refuge
And seek shelter
In the shadow of your wings
Under your protection
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ekaro Bobby
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@MayaMaya-tj7kw
Real "we must preserve the future for our children vibes"
@StarCrusher.
Worst case of denial and not coping with death ever.
@omer3930
Strange when it's religious people who do it
@danhitt167
On the contrary, these people (Ludmilla, Baruch, and the others) are doing much more than just cope, they are building a future, and providing a legacy for the fallen soldier. Somehow it is very appropriate that this advance comes from Israel. I hope that Amit indeed becomes a father like German, and his own father sees it. Surely all of us can be encouraged by this.
@danhitt167
@tatreezy The nobility lies in the parents striving to make their slain offspring the roots of a new generation. War is wrong, but its wrongness does not erase the rightness of what the parents are trying to do.
@Toltzy1
Is it coincidental that antisemitism is at an all time high and this practice is advanced by Israel and people are so insanely critical?
@joeirvine1033
Amen. America doesn’t have this, my dead sons are gone forever and all I have left are these physical things they had owned. I would give anything for them to had this opportunity, to be the basis of a new generation
@MRLONG758
This seems all the way messed up. First taking a man's sperm postmortem without his consent and then deciding to purposefully bring a child into this world without a father.
@bittersweet340
biblically the body goes back to the family...
@Zercias
@BitterSweet and in reality you're creating broken families