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Christ ist erstanden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Sacred songs
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Christ ist erstanden by Anonymous — Lyrics
after Victimae paschali laudes
1.
Christ ist erstanden
von der Marter alle.
Des sollen wir alle froh sein,
Christ will unser Trost sein.
Kyrieleis.
2.
Wär er nicht erstanden,
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About Christ ist erstanden
This stirring German sacred song celebrates the Resurrection of Christ. Its text, dating from the medieval period and likely adapted from the Easter Sequence Victimae paschali laudes, expresses profound joy and gratitude for Christ's victory over death. The lyrics emphasize that the world would have perished had He not risen, and therefore, all should rejoice and praise Him. The SATB voicing brings a rich, traditional sound to these powerful affirmations of faith. The recurring "Kyrieleis" (Lord, have mercy) provides a liturgical and devotional focus, underscoring the central message of hope and divine solace offered by the risen Christ.
