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From lowest depths of woe
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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From lowest depths of woe by Samuel Chapple — Lyrics
Canticum graduum. De profundis clamavi ad te, Domine;
Domine, exaudi vocem meam.
Fiant aures tuae intendentes in vocem deprecationis meae.
Si iniquitates observaveris, Domine, Domine, quis sustinebit?
Quia apud te propitiatio est; et propter legem tuam sustinui te, Domine.
Sustinuit anima mea in verbo ejus:
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About From lowest depths of woe
Samuel Chapple's setting of Psalm 130 is a powerful expression of penitence and hope. The text, known as De profundis clamavi, opens with a cry from the depths, appealing for divine mercy. Chapple's SATB arrangement brings this plea to life, exploring the emotional weight of the Latin words. The English translation retains the core message of seeking forgiveness and placing trust in the Lord's redemptive power. This sacred hymn offers a profound musical reflection on human frailty and the assurance of divine compassion, suitable for services and concerts where deep spiritual reflection is desired.
