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Es wird das Scepter von Juda nicht entwendet werden, SWV 369
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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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Es wird das Scepter von Juda nicht entwendet werden, SWV 369 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
original spelling
Es wird das Scepter von Juda nicht entwendet werden
noch ein Meister von seinen Füssen
bis der Held komme
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About Es wird das Scepter von Juda nicht entwendet werden, SWV 369
Heinrich Schütz's motet Es wird das Scepter von Juda nicht entwendet werden, SWV 369, is a powerful setting of German sacred text for SATTB choir. The work draws on the rich tradition of Lutheran motets, offering a profound musical interpretation of biblical prophecy. The text, taken from Genesis, speaks of an enduring lineage and the eventual coming of a great leader to whom the nations will belong. Schütz's masterful setting enhances the dramatic narrative, highlighting themes of hope and ultimate dominion. The rich sonority of the SATTB voicing lends a solemn and majestic quality to this compelling sacred work.
