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Herr Christe, treuer Heiland wert
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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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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Herr Christe, treuer Heiland wert by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
1 Rex Christo, factor omnium,
Redentor et credentium,
Placare votis supplicum
Te laudibus colentium.
2 Cujus benigna gratia
Crucis per alma volnera,
Virtute solvit ardua
Primi parentis vincula.
3 Qui es Creator siderum,
Tegmen subisti carneum,
Dignatus hanc vilissimam
Pati doloris formulam.
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About Herr Christe, treuer Heiland wert
Johann Hermann Schein's Herr Christe, treuer Heiland wert is a sacred hymn suitable for church services. The text, presented in a mix of Latin and German, meditates on Christ's redemptive work. It praises him as the creator of all, the redeemer of believers, and the one who, through his suffering on the cross, broke the chains of sin inherited from Adam. The text highlights Christ's voluntary suffering, his crucifixion, and his ultimate glorious triumph, concluding with a plea for divine assistance. This SATB setting offers a powerful musical interpretation of these profound theological themes, making it a fitting choice for choirs seeking to explore significant Lutheran chorale traditions.
