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Ecce jam noctis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ecce jam noctis by Adam Gumpelzhaimer — Lyrics
Ecce, jam noctis tenuatur ombra,
lumen aurorae, rutilans coruscat,
et dati Christi nova lucet aucto,
stella nitore.
Somnus exactis fugiant tenebris,
currat oblata pia planta luce,
et piis votis rogitemus omnes,
cuncti potentem.
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About Ecce jam noctis
Adam Gumpelzhaimer's motet Ecce jam noctis is a sacred work for two sopranos and tenor, sung in Latin. The text, opening as night gives way to the dawn, speaks of shadows receding and new light appearing. It moves from this imagery to a prayer for deliverance from darkness and suffering, asking God to grant salvation and the kingdom of heaven through His mercy. The final stanza offers praise to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, affirming the unity of God throughout all time. This setting captures the devotional spirit of the Latin text with its clear, devotional message and traditional praise.
