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Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kam
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kam by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kam,
nach seines Vaters Willen.
von Sanct Johans die Tauffe nam,
sein Werck und Ampt zu erfüllen.
Da wolt er stifften uns ein Bad,
zu waschen uns von Sünden,
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About Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kam
Johann Hermann Schein’s Christ unser Herr zum Jordan kam is a sacred motet for two voices. Set in German, the text reflects on the baptism of Christ, understanding it as the institution of a new spiritual cleansing. The lyrics speak of Christ's divine will in undertaking this act, fulfilling his purpose and establishing baptism as a means to wash away sin and overcome death through his sacrifice. This setting offers a direct and intimate musical meditation on a foundational moment of Christian theology, emphasizing renewal and redemption.
