Ei mein Perle, du werte Kron
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Ei mein Perle, du werte Kron by 2|Michael Praetorius|Philipp Nicolai — Lyrics
About Ei mein Perle, du werte Kron
Michael Praetorius, a key figure in early 17th-century German music, provides this setting of the hymn Ei mein Perle, du werte Kron. The text is a devotional meditation, comparing Christ to a precious pearl and a noble king. The German lyrics express deep affection and spiritual longing, seeing the Lord as a source of divine love and sustenance, like heavenly manna. This sacred hymn is arranged for TBB voices, offering a rich, warm texture suitable for a contemplative setting. Praetorius's work masterfully captures the profound faith and intimate devotion expressed in the text.