Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen by J. Cruger — Lyrics
About Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen
Johann Crüger's setting of Herzliebster Jesu, was hast du verbrochen is a sacred hymn for SATB choir. The German text is a powerful meditation on Christ's suffering, exploring the theological concept of atonement. The opening lines directly question Jesus about the cause of his harsh judgment and suffering, while subsequent verses confront the singer with the personal responsibility for Christ's pain. The hymn powerfully conveys the idea of the innocent suffering for the guilty, with the choir exploring the deep theological implications of this sacrifice. It is a profound reflection on sin and redemption, expressed through a moving and familiar hymn text.