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Divine Praise
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Divine Praise by Dmitri Bortniansky — Lyrics
1. How great in Sion Thou art praised,
No mortal tongue, O Lord, can tell.
Above the sky Thy throne is raised,
All of earth's creatures laud Thee well.
O Lord, Thy greatness ev'rywhere reigneth,
All things Thy heav'nly might ordaineth.
2. The lamb of gold upon Thine altar
showeth to us Thine effigy.
We sing to Thee with lyre and psalter,
Incense and myrrh We sing to Thee
Borne in the clouds from censors burning
Riseth to Thee our heart's deep yearning.
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About Divine Praise
This setting of Divine Praise offers a majestic expression of sacred devotion, suitable for SATB choir. The English text speaks of God's immeasurable greatness, comparing His throne to the heavens and acknowledging His reign over all creation. The lyrics describe sacrificial imagery and heartfelt praise sung with instruments and voices. The composer paints a picture of God's guiding light and fatherly love, providing sustenance and calling humanity to realms above, offering salvation to the faithful. Bortniansky's anthem effectively conveys the awe and reverence inspired by the divine.
