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Herr, der du vormals gnädig gewest
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Herr, der du vormals gnädig gewest by Daniel Selich — Lyrics
In finem, filiis Core. Psalmus.
Benedixisti, Domine, terram tuam; avertisti captivitatem Jacob.
Remisisti iniquitatem plebis tuae; operuisti omnia peccata eorum.
Mitigasti omnem iram tuam; avertisti ab ira indignationis tuae.
Converte nos, Deus salutaris noster, et averte iram tuam a nobis.
Numquid in aeternum irasceris nobis? aut extendes iram tuam a generatione
in generationem?
Deus, tu conversus vivificabis nos, et plebs tua laetabitur in te.
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About Herr, der du vormals gnädig gewest
This motet by Daniel Selich is a powerful setting of a psalm text, sung in a combination of Latin and German. The composer employs a rich eight-part texture (SATB.AATB), offering significant choral depth and colour. The text, drawn from Psalm 85, is a plea for divine favour and restoration, beginning with a remembrance of past blessings and moving to a prayer for renewed grace and peace. It speaks of God turning away wrath and turning back the captivity of Jacob, expressing a deep yearning for divine mercy and salvation. The juxtaposition of Latin and German lyrics adds an interesting dimension, perhaps reflecting its historical context and intended liturgical use. The polyphonic writing would allow for expressive dynamic contrasts and a full, resonant sound.
