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Gelobet seist du Jesu Christ
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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6 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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Gelobet seist du Jesu Christ by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
Gelobet seist du, Jesu Christ,
Daß du Mensch geboren bist
Von einer Jungfrau, das ist wahr;
Des freuet sich der Engel Schar.
Kyrieleis!
Des ew'gen Vaters einig Kind
Jetzt man in der Krippen findt,
In unser armes Fleisch und Blut
Verkleidet sich das ewig Gut.
Kyrieleis!
Den aller Welt Kreis nie beschloß,
Der liegt in Marien Schoß;
Er ist ein Kindlein worden klein,
Der alle Ding' erhält allein.
Kyrieleis!
Das ew'ge Licht geht da herein,
Gibt der Welt ein'n neuen Schein;
Es leucht't wohl mitten in der Nacht
Und uns des Lichtes Kinder macht.
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About Gelobet seist du Jesu Christ
Johann Hermann Schein's Gelobet seist du Jesu Christ is a sacred motet for solo soprano and SST. The German text is a devotional setting of a Christmas hymn, celebrating the birth of Jesus. The lyrics express joy at Christ's humanity, his divine nature, and his role in bringing light to the world and redeeming humanity. Schein, a prominent German composer of the early Baroque era, was known for his mastery of contrapuntal writing and expressive vocal music. This motet showcases his skill in setting sacred texts with both fervor and tenderness, suitable for liturgical settings or concert performance.
