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Haec Deum caeli
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Office hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSATB · Ross Jallo
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Haec Deum caeli by Jacob Obrecht — Lyrics
Quod chorus vatum venerandus olim
Spiritu Sancto cecinit repletus,
in Dei factum genitrice constat
esse Maria.
Haec Deum caeli Dominumque terrae
virgo concepit peperitque virgo,
atque post partum meruit manere
inviolata.
Quem senex justus Simeon in ulnis
in domo sumpsit Domini, gavisus
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About Haec Deum caeli
Jacob Obrecht’s motet Haec Deum caeli draws its text from a liturgical source, likely a Marian antiphon, celebrating the Virgin Mary’s unique role in salvation history. The Latin lyrics describe her conception and birth of Christ, while remaining inviolate, and the moment the prophet Simeon held the infant Jesus in the temple. The music is set for a five-part SSATB choir. The motet’s final section shifts focus to Christ, praying for his everlasting praise in heavenly glory. This sacred setting offers profound theological reflection, suitable for occasions honouring the Virgin Mary or celebrating the Nativity.
