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Hear, O Jesu, Israel's Shepherd, hear us
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Hear, O Jesu, Israel's Shepherd, hear us by Joseph Barnby — Lyrics
Hear, O Jesu, Israel's Shepherd, hear us,
Thou that leadest Joseph like a sheep;
On the hilltop bleak be ever near us
In the darksome valley while we sleep.
Thy sweet voice amidst the storm to cheer us,
Thy blest footmarks for the narrow way;
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About Hear, O Jesu, Israel's Shepherd, hear us
Joseph Barnby's anthem Hear, O Jesu, Israel's Shepherd, hear us is a moving sacred work for SATB choir. Set in English, its text is a prayer for divine guidance and protection, likening Christ to a shepherd leading his flock. The lyrics express a deep longing for Jesus's presence and voice, especially during times of darkness and uncertainty. The choir is asked to ponder the shepherd's gentle guidance, the security of his hand, and the desire of the flock to follow his every step. It is a heartfelt plea for spiritual leadership, drawing on familiar biblical imagery to convey profound devotion and reliance on faith.
