Nanourisma

Lullaby (Greek : Νανούρισμα, Nanourisma), or cradle song, is a soothing song or piece of music that is usually played for (or sung to) children. The purposes of lullabies vary. In some societies they are used to pass down cultural knowledge or tradition. In addition, lullabies are often used for the developing of communication skills, indication of emotional intent, maintenance of infants' undivided attention, modulation of infants' arousal, and regulation of behavior.[1] Perhaps one of the most important uses of lullabies is as a sleep aid for infants.[2] As a result, the music is often simple and repetitive. Lullabies can be found in many countries, and have existed since ancient times.

Giorgos Souris: Νανούρισμα

Μια μάνα κάνει νάνι το νέο της μωρό, κι ένας σπαθάτος χάνει κοντά της τον καιρό Κοιμήσου, να μη σκάνω, καμάρι μου κρυφό! Κοιμήσου, να σου κάνω και άλλον αδελφό!...

A mother is sending to bye-byes Her new little babe, And a slender fellow is idling his time Away beside her. Go to sleep, so I don’t burst, O hidden boast of mine: Go to sleep, so I can fix Another brother for you.

Modern Greek Literature

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