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Herr, nun lässest du deinen Diener in Frieden fahren
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
BB · Sabine Cassola
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Herr, nun lässest du deinen Diener in Frieden fahren by Franz Tunder — Lyrics
Nunc dimittis servum tuum, Domine, secundum verbum tuum in pace:
Quia viderunt oculi mei salutare tuum
Quod parasti ante faciem omnium populorum:
Lumen ad revelationem gentium, et gloriam plebis tuae Israel.
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About Herr, nun lässest du deinen Diener in Frieden fahren
Sung at Vespers, this motet sets the Nunc dimittis, the Song of Simeon, a canticle from the Gospel of Luke. Tunder pairs the Latin text with a German paraphrase, creating a rich devotional experience. The composer’s skill is evident in his handling of the text’s profound themes of peace, salvation, and divine revelation. This is a substantial work for a double-choir (BB) setting, offering considerable expressive scope for a skilled ensemble. The music reflects the solemnity and contemplative mood of the scripture, moving from quiet acceptance to soaring praise.
