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Erhalt uns Herr bei deinem Wort
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Erhalt uns Herr bei deinem Wort by Michael Praetorius — Lyrics
1. Verse, original wording
Erhalt’ uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort
und steur des Bapsts und Türcken mordt,
Die Jesum Christum deinen Sohn,
stürzen wollen von seinem Thron.
Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort
und steure deiner Feinde Mord,
die Jesum Christum deinen Sohn,
stürzen wollen von deinem Thron.
Beweis dein Macht, Herr Jesu Christ,
der du ein Herr aller Herren bist,
beschirm dein arme Christenheit,
daß sie dich lob in Ewigkeit.
Gott heilger Geist, du Tröster wert,
gib deim Volk einrlei Sinn auf Erd,
steh bei uns in der letzten Not,
gleit uns ins Leben aus dem Tod.
Ihr Anschläg Herr zu nichte mach
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About Erhalt uns Herr bei deinem Wort
Michael Praetorius sets a powerful German hymn text in this SATB setting. The music begins with a strong, memorable melodic line, quickly joined by the other voices in a texture that builds in intensity and fullness. The hymn pleads for God's protection of His word against enemies, and for Jesus Christ to defend his church. It continues with a prayer to the Holy Spirit for unity and comfort in the face of death. The composer’s skill is evident in the way the musical lines move, creating both a sense of urgency and unwavering faith, reflecting the serious nature of the text. This piece is well-suited for a choir seeking to present a solid, foundational hymn with rich vocal harmony.
