Herre, nu lestu deinen Diener

These words, familiar from the Gospel of Luke, express the peaceful departure of a faithful servant after witnessing salvation. The text is the Nunc dimittis, a canticle traditionally sung at Compline, here set by Johann Stobäus in a German translation. He imbues the sacred text with a rich SATTB choral setting. The composer's skill is evident in how he shapes the music to reflect the profound serenity and the universal hope of redemption articulated in the words. The setting also includes the Gloria Patri, reinforcing its place within traditional liturgical practice.