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Hermon
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Hermon by Jeremiah Clarke — Lyrics
1. My God, I love Thee, not because
I hope for heaven thereby,
Nor yet because who love Thee not
Are lost eternally.
2. Thou, my Lord Jesus, Thou didst me
Upon the cross embrace;
For me didst bear the nails and spear,
And manifold disgrace;
3. And griefs and torments numberless,
And sweat of agony,
Yea, death itself, and all for one
Who was thine enemy.
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About Hermon
Jeremiah Clarke's setting of "My God, I love Thee" presents a profound reflection on divine love, moving beyond transactional faith towards a selfless devotion. The text powerfully articulates a love for God not motivated by the promise of heaven or the fear of hell, but by the overwhelming sacrifice of Christ on the cross. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression, ideal for conveying the deep emotional and spiritual content of the hymn. This sacred anthem offers choir directors an opportunity to explore themes of sacrifice and unconditional love, bringing a moving and contemplative experience to their congregation.
