Domine a lingua dolosa

Annibale Padovano composed this sacred motet in Latin for SAATB voices. The text is a plea for deliverance from deceitful tongues and ill will, invoking God's protection against enemies. It moves from supplication to praise, with the singer expressing a desire to laud the Lord throughout their life. The sections 'Lauda anima mea Dominum' and 'laudabo Dominum in vita mea' emphasize the enduring nature of God's mercy and truth. The music would likely reflect this spiritual journey, from moments of earnest petition to triumphant exultation. This motet offers a profound expression of faith and reliance on divine aid, suitable for a devotional setting.