An Wasserflüssen Babylon
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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An Wasserflüssen Babylon by Johann Stobäus — Lyrics
About An Wasserflüssen Babylon
This setting of Psalm 137 by Johann Stobäus for SATTB choir reflects the sorrow of exile. The German text vividly portrays the longing of the Israelites for Zion while held captive by the Babylonians. The composer captures the profound sadness of the text, as the choir sings of the people weeping by the rivers, unable to find solace or lift their spirits. The music underscores the despair and humiliation of being forced to sing joyful songs in their time of deepest grief, highlighting the poignant contrast between their suffering and the captors' demands. It is a powerful and moving exploration of a deeply spiritual and emotional experience.