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Der 23. Psalm
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Der 23. Psalm by Heinrich Esser — Lyrics
Psalmus David. Dominus regit me, et nihil mihi deerit:
in loco pascuae, ibi me collocavit. Super aquam refectionis educavit me;
animam meam convertit. Deduxit me super semitas justitiae propter nomen suum.
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About Der 23. Psalm
Heinrich Esser’s setting of the 23rd Psalm, Der 23. Psalm, is a sacred motet suitable for liturgical occasions. The work is set for SATB choir and features text in both Latin and German. The Psalm itself is a profound expression of trust and comfort, beginning with the assurance that the Lord is a shepherd guiding and protecting his flock. It speaks of peaceful sustenance, spiritual renewal, and unwavering faith even in the face of death. The composer’s music would aim to convey the deep sense of peace and divine presence evoked by these timeless words, offering solace and reassurance to both choir and congregation.
