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Fidem refundens
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Hymns
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Fidem refundens by Derrick Gerarde — Lyrics
Hic est dies verus Dei,
Sancto serenus lumine,
Quo diluit sanguis sacer
Probrosa mundi crimina.
Fidem refundens perditis,
Caecosque visu illuminans:
Quem non gravi solvit metu
Latronis absolutio.
Qui praemio mutans crucem
Iesum brevi acquirit fide,
Iustusque praevio gradu
Pervenit in regnum Dei.
Opus stupent et angeli,
Poenam videntes corporis,
Christoque adhaerentem reum
Vitam beatam carpere.
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About Fidem refundens
Derrick Gerarde composed this motet for SATB choir, setting a Latin text that meditates on the redemptive power of Christ's sacrifice. The lyrics speak of this sacred day, illuminated by divine light, where Christ's blood washes away the world's sins. It highlights the mystery of faith, how Christ brings light to the lost, frees those in fear, and grants eternal life to believers. The text reflects on the wondrous mystery of salvation, where Christ's sacrifice purifies all sins and transforms death into new life, a concept that even angels marvel at. This is sacred music for a choir seeking a profound exploration of Christian theology through polyphony.
