Dilexisti iustitiam

This motet for SATB voices sets a Latin text drawn from scripture, celebrating righteousness and divine favour. The opening of the music is marked by its flowing lines and the gentle interplay of the voices, creating a serene and devotional atmosphere. The composer, Jean de Chaynée, crafts a musical setting that reflects the spiritual weight of the words. The text speaks of loving justice and hating iniquity, leading to God's anointing with the oil of gladness, a profound expression of spiritual elevation and divine approval. The piece is suitable for services or concerts where a contemplative and uplifting sacred work is desired.