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Een dwaes die spreect
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Een dwaes die spreect by André Vierendeels — Lyrics
Een dwaes die spreect in zijn ghedacht
daer en is gheen God, noch Godes macht,
sij zijn in al haer weghen,
bedorven afgriselijck, hier op acht,
niet een die goet can pleghen.
God wou zijn ooghen neder slaen,
over Adans kinder laeten gaen,
opdat hi mocht aenmercken,
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About Een dwaes die spreect
The text of this Dutch hymn expresses a profound contemplation of humanity's spiritual state, beginning with the assertion of a fool who denies God's existence and power. It laments that all paths have become corrupted, with none truly acting in goodness. The composer sets this reflective text for SAB choir, moving from the assertion of folly to God's compassionate gaze upon humanity. It highlights God's desire to observe and understand humankind, seeking those who truly seek and comprehend Him. The lyrics further describe humanity's departure from God, finding all actions ultimately unprofitable and none fulfilling righteousness in earthly life. This sacred piece is a powerful meditation on faith and human fallibility.
