Turn, Turn, Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season) Judy Collins

"Turn, Turn, Turn! (To Everything There Is a Season)" by Judy Collins, released in 1965, is a folk song that reflects on the cyclical nature of life, emphasizing themes of time, change, and acceptance. Its lyrical meaning is rooted in the biblical passage from Ecclesiastes. The song features harmonious melodies and poignant instrumentation, contributing to its enduring cultural impact as an anthem for peace and reflection. #Folk

Words-adapted from the bible, book of ecclesiastes
Music-pete seeger

To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time for every purpose, under heaven

A time to be born, a time to die
A time to plant, a time to reap
A time to kill, a time to heal
A time to laugh, a time to weep

To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time for every purpose, under heaven

A time to build up,a time to break down
A time to dance, a time to mourn
A time to cast away stones, a time to gather stones together

To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time for every purpose, under heaven

A time of love, a time of hate
A time of war, a time of peace
A time you may embrace, a time to refrain from embracing

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