Der Herr ist mein getreuer Hirt
Staff Notation • Sacred, Cantatas
3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Der Herr ist mein getreuer Hirt by Johann Sebastian Bach — Lyrics
About Der Herr ist mein getreuer Hirt
Johann Sebastian Bach’s setting of Psalm 23, Der Herr ist mein getreuer Hirt, is a treasured chorale from his vast output of sacred music. Written for SATB choir and sung in German, this extract expresses profound trust in God's guidance and protection, even through dark times. The text speaks of the Lord as a faithful shepherd who provides sustenance, leads to spiritual refreshment, and offers comfort and safety amidst adversity. The music, characteristic of Bach’s mastery, would have been integrated within a larger sacred context, likely a church cantata, highlighting the theological depth and emotional resonance of the psalm.