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Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort by Hieronymus 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
Hieronymus Praetorius composed this powerful SATB setting of Erhalt uns, Herr, bei deinem Wort. A German hymn of considerable historical weight, its text pleads for divine protection against perceived threats to the Christian faith, specifically mentioning the Pope and the Turks, and seeking preservation through God's word. The lyrics express a fervent desire for Christ's dominion to be maintained and for his 'poor Christendom' to be shielded, so that God may be praised eternally. The hymn also calls upon the Holy Spirit for unity and aid in times of tribulation, ultimately seeking deliverance from death into eternal life. Praetorius's setting amplifies the earnestness of this petition, making it a compelling choice for services or concerts focused on themes of faith and perseverance.
