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Bone Jesu verbum Patris
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Bone Jesu verbum Patris by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
Bone Jesu, verbum Patris,
splendor paternae gloriae,
in quem desiderant angeli prospicere,
doce me facere voluntatem tuam,
ut a Spiritu tuo bono deductus
ad beatam illam perveniam civitatem,
ubi est dies aeternus et unus omnium spiritus,
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About Bone Jesu verbum Patris
Orlando di Lasso's Bone Jesu verbum Patris is a profound setting of a Latin prayer. The text directly addresses Jesus as the Word of the Father, imploring Him to teach the singer to follow God's will. It paints a picture of eternal peace and security in the heavenly city, where God reigns with Father and Spirit for all ages. This sacred motet is written for double SATB choir, allowing for rich contrapuntal interplay and resonant textures. Lasso's masterful handling of the text creates a deeply devotional atmosphere, making it a powerful choice for services or concerts.
