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Herr, der du vormals gnädig warst, SWV 182
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Herr, der du vormals gnädig warst, SWV 182 by Heinrich Schütz — 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 warst, SWV 182
This setting of Psalm 85 by Heinrich Schütz opens with a plea for divine favour, recalling God's past blessings upon the land and His people. The text petitions for a return to grace, asking the Lord to turn away His anger and grant salvation. It expresses a deep yearning for renewed life and joy in God's presence. Schütz, a master of German sacred music, crafts this work for SATB choir. The Latin text is a profound expression of penitence and hope, looking for God's mercy and peace. This motet would suit a reflective moment in a service or concert, drawing the listener into a prayer for reconciliation and divine favour.
