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God is Our Refuge
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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God is Our Refuge by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Lyrics
In finem. filiis Core, pro arcanis. Psalmus.
Deus noster refugium et virtus;
adjutor in tribulationibus quae invenerunt nos nimis.
Propterea non timebimus dum turbabitur terra,
et transferentur montes in cor maris.
Sonuerunt, et et turbatae sunt aquae eorum;
conturbati sunt montes in fortitudine ejus.
Fluminis impetus laetificat civitatem Dei:
sanctificavit tabernaculum suum Altissimus.
Deus in medio ejus, non commovebitur;
adjuvabit eam Deus mane diluculo.
Conturbatae sunt gentes, et inclinata sunt regna:
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About God is Our Refuge
This powerful motet for SATB voices draws on Psalm 46, presenting God as a refuge and strength in times of tribulation. The text assures that even when the earth is shaken and mountains fall into the sea, the faithful will not fear, for God is with them. The music reflects this steadfastness, offering a sense of divine protection and unwavering support. The original Latin text, a prayer for strength and deliverance, is complemented by an English translation, making it accessible for a wider range of choirs. "God is Our Refuge" is a profound expression of faith and resilience, ideal for services or concerts seeking to convey a message of hope and divine security.
