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Derelinquat impius
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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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Derelinquat impius by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Derelinquat impius viam suam et vir iniquus cogitationes suas et revertatur ad Dominum et miserebitur eius
quia benignus et misericors est praestabilis super malitiam Dominus deus noster.
About Derelinquat impius
This sacred motet by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina is ideal for use during Lent. The Latin text, taken from Isaiah 55:7, is a powerful plea for repentance and God's mercy. Palestrina’s setting for SSATB voices masterfully captures the text's spiritual gravity. The music flows with a serene beauty, reflecting the promise of God’s boundless compassion. This piece offers a moment of profound reflection and spiritual contemplation, well-suited for the penitential season. Its exquisite contrapuntal writing and devotional character make it a significant addition to any choir’s sacred repertoire, embodying the High Renaissance polyphonic tradition with grace and clarity.
