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Beatus vir, Op. II, No. 4
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Vesper Psalms
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Beatus vir, Op. II, No. 4 by Valentin Rathgeber — Lyrics
Alleluia. Reversionis Aggei et Zacchariae. Beatus vir qui timet Dominum: in mandatis ejus volet nimis.
Potens in terra erit semen ejus; generatio rectorum benedicetur.
Gloria et divitiae in domo ejus: et justitia ejus manet in saeculum saeculi.
Exortum est in tenebris lumen rectis: misericors, et miserator, et justus.
Jucundus homo qui miseretur et commodat; disponet sermones suos in judicio:
quia in aeternum non commovebitur.
In memoria aeterna erit justus;
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About Beatus vir, Op. II, No. 4
This setting of Psalm 112, Beatus vir, is a powerful sacred motet in Latin for SATB choir. The text praises the righteous man who fears the Lord, promising him blessings and lasting legacy. It speaks of light arising in darkness, of mercy, and of the enduring justice of the faithful. Rathgeber captures the uplifting message of the psalm, contrasting moments of quiet reflection with exultant praise. The music unfolds the psalm's comforting assurance that the just shall not be moved, and their memory will be eternal. It is a fitting piece for Vespers, celebrating divine favour and steadfast devotion.
