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Bicinium for the Genevan Psalm 134
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Bicinium for the Genevan Psalm 134 by Christoph Dalitz — Lyrics
by Ambrosius Lobwasser (1579)
1. Ihr knecht des Herren allzugleich
Den Herren lobt im himmelreich
Die ihr in Gottes hauß bey nacht
Als seine diener hüt und wacht.
2. Zum heiligthumb die händ auffhebt
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About Bicinium for the Genevan Psalm 134
This setting of Genevan Psalm 134 opens with a scene of night watchmen in God's house, praising the Lord who is in the highest heavens. The text, translated into German, French, and English, continues with an exhortation to lift hands in the holy place and give thanks from the heart. The composer Christoph Dalitz sets these words for two voices, AT, continuing the tradition of bicinia. The psalm concludes with a blessing from Mount Zion, invoking God as the creator and sustainer of all things. This sacred hymn offers a powerful message of praise and divine blessing.
