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Eh' ich dies vollendet habe
Staff Notation • Sacred, Cantatas
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Eh' ich dies vollendet habe by Johann Rudolf Zumsteeg — Lyrics
1. Eh’ ich dies vollendet habe,
sinkt vielleicht die Hütte ein,
und es ruht im dunklen Grabe
nach drei Tagen mein Gebein.
Wenn ich heut’ noch sterben sollte,
Seele, wie wär’ dir zu Mut?
Bist du, wie’s Gott haben wollte,
vor ihm rein, gerecht und gut?
2. Wahrlich, ach! im Sterben sinken
falscher Tugend Stützen ein;
Heuchler stellt der Herr zur Linken,
wem sein Geist fehlt, ist nicht sein.
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About Eh' ich dies vollendet habe
This cantata setting by Johann Rudolf Zumsteeg presents a profound meditation on mortality and faith. The German text grapples with the fear of death and the uncertainty of salvation, questioning whether one's life has been lived in accordance with divine will. The composer explores the inner turmoil of the soul facing judgment, contrasting true faith with superficial piety. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression of these deeply personal and spiritual concerns. This work would be appropriate for services focusing on themes of repentance, judgment, or the Lenten season, inviting both singers and listeners to reflect on their spiritual journey and the ultimate accountability before God.
