If I remember thee not;
If I prefer not Jerusalem,
Above my chief joy.
During the next few centuries the Hebrews became scattered over the world, carrying with them their reverence for God, their love of poetry and song, and their religious customs. These qualities have persisted throughout the centuries, and some of the greatest musicians in the world have been of Hebrew origin.
Although most of the old music has passed away, there is still enough of its spirit left in their temple services to give some idea of the ancient Hebrew music.
From a panel in a Museum (delle Terme) in Rome.
Greek Girl Playing a Double Flute (auloi).
From a frieze in the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
Greek Boy Playing the Lyre.