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Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl by Melchior Franck — Lyrics
1.HErr JEsu Christ ich weis gar wol/
daß ich einmal muß sterben/
Wenn aber das geschehen sol/
und wie ich werd verderben:
dem Leibe nach/ das weis ich nicht/
es steht allein in deim Gericht/
du weist mein letztes Ende.
2. Und wil ich den als dir bewust/
(zwar durch deins Geistes Gaben)
An dir allein den besten Lust/
in meinem Hertzen habe.
Un gwißlich glaub/ daß du allein/
mich hast von Sünden gwaschen rein/
und mir dein Reich erworben.
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About Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl
This sacred hymn, Herr Jesu Christ, ich weiss gar wohl, is a profound meditation on mortality and salvation. Composed by Melchior Franck for SATB choir, its German lyrics express a deep trust in Jesus Christ to guide the singer through the certainty of death and the unknown nature of the afterlife. The text reflects on finding solace and joy solely in Christ, believing He alone can cleanse from sin and secure eternal life. The composer captures the devotional and earnest spirit of the text, making it suitable for moments of reflection and spiritual assurance within a liturgical setting. It is a powerful expression of faith, urging steadfastness in this conviction.
