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Ak, krustā sistais Pestītāj (O Crucified Redeemer)
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Andris Solims
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Ak, krustā sistais Pestītāj (O Crucified Redeemer) — Lyrics
1. Ak, krustā sistais Pestītāj, kam pāri darījām,
Tev pretī rokas grēcīgās nu ceļam lūdzoties;
jo šodien Tavas ciešanas acu priekšā stāv;
tās redzēt var gan pilsētā, gan lauku ciematā.
2. Kur mīlestību izraida, kur cerības jau zūd,
kur ļaunu dara brālis brālim, tur Tavs krusts tiek sliets.
Mēs redzam Tavas brūces, kas nebeidz asiņot,
jo mantkārība mīlestību krustā piesist liek.
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About Ak, krustā sistais Pestītāj (O Crucified Redeemer)
This moving hymn, traditionally attributed, is sung in SATB harmony in Latvian. Its text reflects on the suffering of Christ and draws parallels to contemporary suffering, where greed and violence cause pain. The lyrics paint a stark picture, linking the crucifixion to the struggles of the poor and those afflicted by war and injustice. It is a prayerful contemplation, suitable for Lenten or Passiontide services, urging a recognition of Christ's sacrifice in the face of ongoing human misery. The music aims to capture the profound sorrow and the plea for divine mercy amidst earthly hardship.
