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Hi sunt quos retinens
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Hi sunt quos retinens by Francisco Guerrero — Lyrics
1. Sanctorum meritis inclita gaudia
Pangamus socii gestaque fortia
Nam gliscit animus promere cantibus
Victorum genus optimum.
2. Hi sunt quo retines mundis inhorruit
Ipsum nam sterile flore per aridum
Sprevere penitus teque secuti sunt,
Rex, Christe, bone caelitum.
3.Hi pro te furias saevaque sustinent;
non murmur resonat, non querimonia,
sed corde tacito mens bene conscia
conservat patientiam.
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About Hi sunt quos retinens
This motet by Francisco Guerrero is ideal for feasts of saints, particularly martyrs. The SATB voicing brings out the grandeur of the Latin text, which celebrates the triumph of those who have suffered for Christ. It speaks of their courage in facing 'furies' and 'cruel torments', and their unwavering patience and devotion. The text highlights the heavenly rewards prepared for them, adorned with 'bright laurels' earned through their suffering. Guerrero’s setting is rich and expressive, reflecting the devotional and celebratory nature of the text, making it a powerful choice for liturgical occasions commemorating the martyrs.
