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Auff, auff mein Kind
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Auff, auff mein Kind by Georg Vogler — Lyrics
Auff, auff, mein Kind, die Bethlad brinnt,
so bald der Hahn die Flügel schwingt,
und dir von vier und fünfften treht,
der kompt zu späth, der sich erst dreht:
und weltzet in den Federn rumb,
Faulentzt nur hie und dort ein Trumb.
Dasz frühe auffstehn macht Arme reich,
den Dawren seinem Junkern gleich,
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About Auff, auff mein Kind
This is a German sacred hymn for two tenors, setting a text that urges the listener to rise early. It speaks of the benefits of diligence and the disadvantages of sloth, contrasting the poor man who rises with the rich who are compared to a knight. The hymn encourages carrying the shield of the heart and the holy cross, speaking devoutly with heart and mouth, and placing one's faith in God’s will. It is a call to action, emphasizing spiritual preparedness and daily devotion from the outset of the day. The piece would suit a service or a devotional gathering.
