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Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr by Johannes Eccard — Lyrics
Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr
Und Dank für seine Gnade,
Darum, dass nun und nimmermehr
Uns rühren kann ein Schade.
Ein Wohlgefalln Gott ans uns hat;
Nun ist gross Fried ohn Unterlass.
All Fehd hat nun ein Ende.
Wir beten an und loben dich,
Wir bringen Ehr und danken,
Dass du, Gott Vater, ewiglich
Regierst ohn alles Wanken.
Ganz unbegrenzt ist deine Macht;
Allzeit geschieht, was du bedacht.
Wohl uns solch eines Herren!
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About Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr
This powerful German hymn setting, Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr, is by Johannes Eccard, writing for SATTB choir. The text expresses profound adoration and thanksgiving to God the Father for His eternal rule and unending grace, which shields us from harm. It proclaims the peace that comes from His favor and the end of all strife. The hymn then turns to Jesus Christ, God's Son, born to save the lost, and implores the Holy Spirit for comfort and consolation. Eccard's setting masterfully conveys the text's deep reverence and soaring praise, making it a stirring choice for sacred occasions. The rich SATTB voicing allows for full, resonant harmonies to express the theological weight of the hymn's message.
