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Herr, unser herrscher, wie herrlich ist dein Nam
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.
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Herr, unser herrscher, wie herrlich ist dein Nam by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
In finem, pro torcularibus. Psalmus David.
Domine, Dominus noster, quam admirabile est nomen tuum in universa terra! quoniam elevata est magnificentia tua super caelos.
Ex ore infantium et lactentium perfecisti laudem propter inimicos tuos,
ut destruas inimicum et ultorem.
Quoniam videbo caelos tuos,opera digitorum tuorum, lunam et stellas
quae tu fundasti.
Quid est homo, quod memor es eius? aut filius hominis, quoniam visitas eum?
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About Herr, unser herrscher, wie herrlich ist dein Nam
Schütz's motet Herr, unser Herrscher, wie herrlich ist dein Nam sets Psalm 8, a profound reflection on God's majesty and humanity's place within it. The text, originally Latin, is presented here in a German translation, fitting for sacred performance. The composer crafts a devotional setting for a solo high voice, allowing the poignant words of the psalm to be heard with clarity and intimacy. This piece explores the awe inspired by the heavens and the contemplation of man's dominion, contrasting divine greatness with human humility. Schütz's skillful musical setting elevates the text, creating an atmosphere of reverence and wonder.
