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Der Herr ist mein Hirt (Psalm 23), SWV 33
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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 Hirt (Psalm 23), SWV 33 by Heinrich Schütz — 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 Herr ist mein Hirt (Psalm 23), SWV 33
Heinrich Schütz’s setting of Psalm 23, Der Herr ist mein Hirt, captures the profound comfort and spiritual assurance found in the words of the shepherd king. The text speaks of divine guidance through life's darkest valleys, of peaceful rest beside still waters, and of abundant provision in the face of adversity. Schütz masterfully translates this message of unwavering faith and God's constant presence into music. This sacred motet is scored for a substantial SATT.SATB choir, allowing for rich harmonic textures and a full, resonant sound. The work moves between German and Latin, reflecting the psalm's universal message of peace and security.
