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Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr by Michael Praetorius — 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
The German text of this motet expresses profound gratitude and adoration to the Trinity. It begins by glorifying God the Father for his grace and peace, acknowledging that no harm can befall those under his protection. The text then shifts to praising Jesus Christ, the Son of God, for his redemptive sacrifice and divine authority. Finally, it invokes the Holy Spirit as a source of comfort and consolation. Michael Praetorius has set this rich theological text for double choir (SATB.SATB), creating a grand and complex sonic landscape to match the weighty sentiments of the German lyrics. This setting offers a powerful devotional experience, appropriate for significant liturgical occasions.
