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Befiehl du deine Wege, BWV 270
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Befiehl du deine Wege, BWV 270 by Hans Leo Hassler — Lyrics
1. Befiehl du deine Wege
und was dein Herze kränkt
der allertreusten Pflege
des, der den Himmel lenkt.
Der Wolken Luft und Winden
gibt Wege, Lauf und Bahn
der wird auch Wege finden,
da dein Fuß gehen kann.
2. Dem Herren musst du trauen,
wenn dir's soll wohlergehn;
auf sein Werk musst du schauen,
wenn dein Werk soll bestehn.
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About Befiehl du deine Wege, BWV 270
A profoundly comforting chorale setting, Befiehl du deine Wege is often sung during times of hardship or contemplation. The German text offers solace, reminding listeners that God guides our paths and provides strength through faith. The composer's SATB arrangement allows the choir to explore the devotional message, with lush harmonies supporting the unfolding narrative of trust and divine providence. Its sacred nature makes it a fitting choice for moments of reflection and spiritual reassurance within a service or concert setting. The assurance that even in suffering, divine guidance will lead us to our way forward, is the central theme.
