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Der Gerechte, ob er gleich zu zeitlig stirbt
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Der Gerechte, ob er gleich zu zeitlig stirbt by Johann Christoph Bach — Lyrics
Der Gerechte, ob er gleich zu zeitlich stirbt ist er doch in der Ruhe.
Er gefällt Gott wohl und ist ihm lieb und wird weggenommen aus dem Leben unter den Sündern,
und wird hingerücket, daß die Bosheit seines Verstand nicht verkehre, noch falsche Lehre seine Seele betrübe,
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About Der Gerechte, ob er gleich zu zeitlig stirbt
This sacred motet for SATTB voices opens with a texture that immediately conveys a sense of deep contemplation. Johann Christoph Bach crafts an intricate contrapuntal fabric, allowing each voice to contribute to the solemnity of the text. The German lyrics, drawn from Wisdom 4:7-14, speak of the righteous who die early, finding peace and being removed from the wickedness of the world. The music effectively captures the profound sorrow of death, yet also the spiritual comfort and eternal rest described in the scripture. The composer's skillful interweaving of the vocal lines creates a rich and moving expression of faith and assurance in the face of mortality, offering a profoundly spiritual experience for both choir and listeners.
