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Fürchte dich nicht, BWV 228
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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Fürchte dich nicht, BWV 228 by Johann Sebastian Bach — Lyrics
Fürchte dich nicht, ich bin bei dir;
weiche nicht, denn ich bin dein Gott!
Ich stärke dich, ich helfe dir auch,
ich erhalte dich durch die rechte Hand meiner Gerechtigkeit.
Fürchte dich nicht, denn ich habe dich erlöset;
ich habe dich bei deinem Namen gerufen, du bist mein!
Chorale:
Herr, mein Hirt, Brunn aller Freuden,
du bist mein,
ich bin dein
niemand kann uns scheiden.
Ich bin dein, weil du dein Leben
und dein Blut
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About Fürchte dich nicht, BWV 228
Johann Sebastian Bach's motet Fürchte dich nicht, BWV 228, is a profound setting of German sacred text. Scored for double choir (SATB.SATB), this work masterfully explores themes of divine reassurance and eternal belonging. The text, drawn from Isaiah 41:10, directly addresses the listener with the comforting words, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God! I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." Bach's intricate contrapuntal writing amplifies the powerful message of God's unwavering presence and redemptive love, offering solace and strength to the faithful. The motet's grand scale and rich textures make it a significant work in the sacred choral repertoire, suitable for services and concerts seeking musical and spiritual depth.
