What are the lyrics of Geist der Wahrheit by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?

“Geist der Wahrheit” begins: Geist der Wahrheit, Geist der Liebe,… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed Geist der Wahrheit?

Geist der Wahrheit was composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

What language is Geist der Wahrheit sung in?

Geist der Wahrheit is sung in German.

Geist der Wahrheit by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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Edition by Manfred Hößl

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Added Jul 31, 2026

2 editions of this piece

Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.

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Composer: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Format: Staff

Language: German

Pages: 7 pages

This edition was prepared by Manfred Hößl — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.

Geist der Wahrheit by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Lyrics

Geist der Wahrheit, Geist der Liebe, den der Herr den Jüngern gab, komm, oh komm auf uns herab.

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About Geist der Wahrheit

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Geist der Wahrheit is a sacred motet for SATB choir, sung in German. The text is a prayer to the 'Spirit of Truth and Love' given to the disciples by the Lord, beseeching the spirit to descend and purify our actions and desires. The music reflects the devotional nature of the text, offering a concise and devotional setting suitable for liturgical or concert use. This motet provides an opportunity to explore Mozart's sacred choral writing in a genre that showcases his mastery of vocal counterpoint and harmonic expression. Its intimate scope makes it an accessible yet profound addition to a choral programme.