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Blessed is the man
Staff Notation • Sacred, Verse anthems
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Blessed is the man by William Boyce — 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 Blessed is the man
William Boyce's setting of Blessed is the man is a sacred verse anthem for SATB choir. The text, presented in Latin and English, draws on Psalm 112, celebrating the blessings of a righteous life. It speaks of the virtuous man who fears the Lord, finding his riches in God's commands and his justice enduring through eternity. Light shines in darkness for the upright, and mercy and righteousness are extolled. The music reflects the text's themes of steadfastness and divine favour, with the choir providing rich harmonic support. This piece would be a fitting choice for services seeking to inspire contemplation on faith and its rewards.
