Ariel Zilber (אריאל זילבר) (born September 23, 1943) is an Israeli singer-songwriter and composer. He is considered[citation needed] one of the most prominent musicians and singer-songwriters in Israeli music, known for his highly literate lyrics and for his simple yet profound style. Zilber began observing Judaism following the 2005 disengagment from Gaza and Zilber's exposure to religious Jews during the fight against the hitnatkut.