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Beloved, if God so loved us
Staff Notation • Sacred, Anthems
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · James Gibb
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Beloved, if God so loved us by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another.
And this commandment have we from Him, that he who loveth God love his brother also.
About Beloved, if God so loved us
The gentle opening of this anthem, with its flowing melodic lines and careful harmonic progressions, sets a contemplative mood. The SATB voices enter with an expressive warmth, weaving together to articulate the text from 1 John. The music seeks to embody the profound sentiment of mutual love as a reflection of divine love. The composer's setting is devotional, with a clear melodic focus and a rich harmonic language that supports the devotional text. The clear declamation of the English words allows the message of Christian love to resonate, making it a fitting choice for services focused on fellowship and divine affection.
