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Domine, ostende nobis patrem
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Gerhard Weydt
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Domine, ostende nobis patrem by Philippe Duc — Lyrics
Domine ostende nobis Patrem, et sufficit nobis.
Philippe, qui videt me, videt et Patrem meum.
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About Domine, ostende nobis patrem
This motet is suitable for services in Ordinary Time. The SATB setting of this Latin text is a devotional reflection on divine revelation. The lyrics directly quote Christ's words to Philip, "Lord, show us the Father, and it is enough for us," and "Philip, whoever sees me sees the Father also." The composer emphasizes the profound intimacy of this revelation, where seeing the Son is equivalent to seeing the Father. The text explores themes of faith, understanding, and the ultimate revelation of God's presence through Christ, offering a powerful message for congregational reflection and contemplation.
