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Consecration
Staff Notation • Sacred
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
STB · Barry Johnston
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Consecration by Samuel Babcock — Lyrics
1. It grieves me, Lord, it grieves me sore,
That I have lived to Thee no more,
And wasted half my days ;
My inward powers shall burn and flame
With zeal and passion for Thy name:
I would not speak but for my God,
Nor move but to his praise.
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About Consecration
This sacred setting for STB voices expresses profound regret for a life not fully devoted to God. The singer laments wasted time and resolves to dedicate their future actions and words to divine praise, acknowledging that even their perception of the natural world is a reflection of the Creator. However, a plea follows, recognizing the difficulty in fully grasping the divine, seeking clarity and renewed vision. The text grapples with the human desire for spiritual understanding and the struggle against spiritual dimness, making it a deeply personal and relatable expression of faith and devotion.
