Deus caritas est

God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him. This setting of a biblical text, often used as a Marian antiphon, is for SATB choir. The composer Nobuaki Izawa sets the Latin words with a serene and flowing musical line, emphasizing the profound theological message of divine love and indwelling. The motet's clear harmonic language and direct expression make it a suitable addition to services or concerts, reflecting on the unifying power of God's presence.