This song refers to Genesis 12:1, when God says to Abraham, “Go forth to the land I will show you.”
Throughout the song, Friedman alternates between singing “L'chi lach” & “Leich l'cha”, which are actually the feminine and masculine forms (respectively) of the phrase “Go forth for yourself.” Fr...
L'chi lach, to a land that I will show you
Leich l'cha, to a place you do not know
L'chi lach, on your journey I will bless you
And (you shall be a blessing)3x l'chi lach
L'chi lach, and I shall make your name great
Leich l'cha, and all shall praise your name
L'chi lach, to the place that I will show you
(L'sim-chat cha-yim)3x l'chi lach
L’Chi Lach was written by Debbie Friedman.