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Deus noster refugium
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Deus noster refugium by Joannes de Latre — Lyrics
In finem. filiis Core, pro arcanis. Psalmus.
Deus noster refugium et virtus;
adjutor in tribulationibus quae invenerunt nos nimis.
Propterea non timebimus dum turbabitur terra,
et transferentur montes in cor maris.
Sonuerunt, et et turbatae sunt aquae eorum;
conturbati sunt montes in fortitudine ejus.
Fluminis impetus laetificat civitatem Dei:
sanctificavit tabernaculum suum Altissimus.
Deus in medio ejus, non commovebitur;
adjuvabit eam Deus mane diluculo.
Conturbatae sunt gentes, et inclinata sunt regna:
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About Deus noster refugium
This sacred motet in Latin by Joannes de Latre draws its text from Psalm 46 (45) in the Vulgate, a psalm often associated with themes of divine protection and the sovereignty of God. Sung by a rich five-part choir of treble, solo treble, two tenors, and bass (STTTB), it would be fitting for services during times of trouble or when reflecting on God's power and refuge. The text speaks of God as our strength and help in times of tribulation, assuring that even if the earth shakes, the faithful will not fear. It vividly portrays God's presence as a source of stability for his city, a bulwark against the turmoil of nations and kingdoms.
