Ach bleib' bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 253
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Ach bleib' bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 253 by Sethus Calvisius — Lyrics
About Ach bleib' bei uns, Herr Jesu Christ, BWV 253
This sacred hymn, set for SATB choir, draws on the plea for Jesus to remain with us as evening falls, a metaphor for the end of days. The German text beseeches Christ to preserve His divine word, a shining light, from being extinguished. It prays for steadfastness in these troubled times, that the sacraments and God's word may be kept pure until the end. The verses also ask for protection against the devil's deception and for grace, unity, courage, and patience for the church. The composer Calvisius's setting reflects the gravity of the text, urging perseverance in faith amidst the turmoil and division of the world.