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Christ lag in Todesbanden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Christ lag in Todesbanden by Johann Pachelbel — Lyrics
Versus 1
Christ lag in Todesbanden
Für unsre Sünd gegeben,
Er ist wieder erstanden
Und hat uns bracht das Leben;
Des wir sollen fröhlich sein,
Gott loben und ihm dankbar sein
Und singen halleluja,
Halleluja!
Versus 2
Den Tod niemand zwingen kunnt
Bei allen Menschenkindern,
Das macht' alles unsre Sünd,
Kein Unschuld war zu finden.
Davon kam der Tod so bald
Und nahm über uns Gewalt,
Hielt uns in seinem Reich gefangen.
Halleluja!
Versus 3
Jesus Christus, Gottes Sohn,
An unser Statt ist kommen
Und hat die Sünde weggetan,
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About Christ lag in Todesbanden
Johann Pachelbel's Christ lag in Todesbanden is a sacred motet for SATB choir, drawing on a powerful German text for Easter. The work vividly portrays Christ's victory over death and sin, a central theme of the Easter celebration. The opening verses describe Christ's suffering and resurrection, emphasizing his sacrifice for humanity and the deliverance from death's bondage. The music reflects the text's message of joy and triumph, offering choirs a profound way to express the significance of this pivotal Christian festival. Its solid four-part writing makes it suitable for a range of choirs seeking meaningful liturgical or concert repertoire.
